swivel

• Dispositivo de conexión, por ejemplo en una cadena, cuyos extremos pueden girar independientemente sobre un perno o eje, permitiendo la rotación. También se refiere a un mecanismo o pieza que permite girar o pivotar algo.

A noun referring to a coupling, such as in a chain, that has one end which turns on a headed pin, allowing rotation.

1. Rotating couplingB2formal

   A mechanical device that allows one part to rotate freely while the other remains stationary, often used in chains or cables.

   Giratorio / eslabón giratorio

   • The chain was fitted with a swivel to prevent tangling.
   • He attached a swivel to the fishing line for better movement.
   • The crane's hook rotated on a heavy-duty swivel.

   Sinónimospivot

• Verbo que se usa para designar la acción de girar o rotar alrededor de un punto central o eje.

A verb used to indicate the act of turning or rotating around a central point or axis.

1. Turn on a pivotB2formal

   To rotate or revolve around a central point or axis.

   girar sobre un pivote

   • The chair swivels easily to face the window.
   • He swiveled his head to look behind him.
   • The camera swiveled to track the moving object.

   Sinónimospivotrevolverotatespinturntwirl