- Main Entry:
- 1swiv·el

- Pronunciation:
-
\ˈswi-vəl\
- Function:
- noun
- Usage:
- often attributive
- Etymology:
- Middle English; akin to Old English swīfan to revolve, Old High German swebōn to roll, heave
- Date:
- 14th century
: a device joining two parts so that one or both can pivot freely (as on a bolt or pin)