swivel

  1. Noun.  ''(mechanical):'' A piece, as a ring or hook, attached to another piece by a pin, in such a manner as to permit rotation about the pin as an axis.
  2. Noun.  (military) A small piece of ordnance, turning on a point or swivel; -- called also swivel gun. .
  3. Noun.  (slang) strength of mind or character that enables one to overcome adversity; confidence; will.
  4. Verb.  (intransitive) To swing or turn, as on a pin or pivot.

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