Definition

1. Noun:
   • Revolving chair: A "swivel seat" is a seat that is mounted on a pivot or base allowing it to rotate horizontally, typically used in offices, vehicles, or theaters for ease of movement without standing up.

Usage Examples

• (A rotating seat in a vehicle.)
• (A revolving office chair.)

Advanced Usage

• "swivel seat mechanism": The internal pivot or bearing system that allows the seat to rotate.

  • The swivel seat mechanism was broken, so the chair could no longer spin. (The rotating part of the seat failed.)

• "swivel seat base": The fixed platform or stand that supports the rotating seat.

  • The swivel seat base was bolted to the floor for stability. (The stationary part of the seat.)

Variants and Related Words

• Swivel (n/v): a device that allows rotation; to turn on a pivot.

  • The camera is mounted on a swivel for panning shots. (A rotating joint.)
  • She swiveled in her chair to greet the visitor. (She turned around.)

• Seat (n): a piece of furniture for sitting on.

  • He took his seat at the table. (A place to sit.)

Synonyms

• Revolving chair: a chair that rotates on a central axis.
• Rotating seat: a seat that can spin around.

Related Idioms

• "in the driver's seat": in a position of control or authority (not directly related to "swivel seat", but uses "seat" metaphorically).
  • After the promotion, she was in the driver's seat of the project. (In charge.)

Note

• A "swivel seat" is distinct from a "stationary seat" (which does not rotate) and is commonly found in contexts where mobility or orientation change is needed, such as in cockpit chairs, barber chairs, or desk chairs.