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a swivel (a pair of freely rotating metal rings separated by a central body) attached to fishing line to prevent line twist caused by a rotating lure
Dictionary of ichthyology. 2009.
swivel device
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swivel — [swiv′əl] n. [ME swiuel < base of OE swifan, to revolve, turn: for IE base see SWIFT] a coupling device that allows free turning of the parts attached to it; specif., a chain link made in two parts, one piece fitting like a collar below the… … English World dictionary
Swivel — A swivel is a connection that allows the connected object, such as a gun or chair to rotate horizontally and/or vertically. A common design for a swivel is a cylindrical rod that can turn freely within a support structure. The rod is usually… … Wikipedia
swivel — swivellike, adj. /swiv euhl/, n., v., swiveled, swiveling or (esp. Brit.) swivelled, swivelling. n. 1. a fastening device that allows the thing fastened to turn around freely upon it, esp. to turn in a full circle. 2. such a device consisting of… … Universalium
Swivel (form) — The Swivel is a type of electronics form, where the device is in multiple segments (usually two) that swivel past each other around a point.The form usually refers to mobile phones, as in swivel phones , but is applicable to any such portable… … Wikipedia
swivel — /ˈswɪvəl / (say swivuhl) noun 1. a fastening device which allows the thing fastened to turn round freely upon it. 2. such a device consisting of two parts, each of which turns round independently, as a compound link of a chain one part of which… …
swivel — swiv•el [[t]ˈswɪv əl[/t]] n. v. eled, el•ing (esp. brit.) elled, el•ling. 1) a fastening device that allows the thing fastened to turn around freely upon it 2) such a device consisting of two parts, each of which turns around independently, as a… … From formal English to slang
swivel — I. 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) II.… … New Collegiate Dictionary
Swivel (drill rig) — A [http://www.glossary.oilfield.slb.com/Display.cfm?Term=swivel Swivel] is a mechanical device used on a drilling rig that hangs directly under the traveling block and directly above the kelly, that provides the ability for the kelly (and… … Wikipedia
swivel — swiv·el || swɪvl n. device which allows the parts attached to it to pivot or turn freely; something mounted on a swivel (i.e. chair or gun) v. revolve, turn, pivot … English contemporary dictionary
Fishing swivel — A fishing swivel is a small device consisting of two rings connected to a pivoting joint. The device is usually made of metal, and the pivoting joint is usually ball or barrel shaped. The line from a rod and reel is tied to one end, and a length… … Wikipedia
