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Swivel

A piece, as a ring or hook, attached to another piece by a pin, in such a manner as to permit rotation about the pin as an axis.

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Coupler 76% connected

One who couples; that which couples, as a link, ring, or shackle, to connect cars.

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Coupling 76% connected

of Couple

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Turn 76% connected

To cause to move upon a center, or as if upon a center; to give circular motion to; to cause to revolve; to cause to move round, either partially, wh…

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Pirouette 76% connected

A whirling or turning on the toes in dancing.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Pivot 92% connected

A fixed pin or short axis, on the end of which a wheel or other body turns.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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