Definition

1. Noun:
   • A chair that rotates horizontally on a central pivot: A "swivel chair" is a type of chair with a single central leg or pedestal base, allowing the seat to rotate 360 degrees while the base remains stationary.

Usage

• The term "swivel chair" is used to describe a functional piece of office or desk furniture designed for ease of movement and access.
• It is typically a count noun (e.g., , ).

Examples

• Noun:
  • The executive ordered a new leather swivel chair for his office.
  • Many modern offices are furnished with ergonomic swivel chairs to improve comfort.

Advanced Usage

• "Swivel-chair" as a modifier: Used attributively to describe related concepts.
  • He was tired of his swivel-chair job and wanted to work outdoors. (Here, "swivel-chair" metaphorically describes a sedentary office job.)

Variants and Related Words

• Swivel seat (n): A seat that rotates, which can be part of a chair, stool, or other installation (e.g., in a vehicle or at a bar).
• Revolving chair (n): A less common synonym for swivel chair.
• Office chair (n): A general term that often, but not always, implies a swivel mechanism.

Synonyms

• Revolving chair: A chair that turns around.
• Rotating chair: A chair that spins on its axis.

Antonyms / Contrasting Terms

• Fixed chair: A chair that does not move or rotate from its position.
• Straight chair: A simple chair, typically with four legs and no rotating mechanism (e.g., a dining chair).

Noun

1. a chair that swivels on its base