swivel joint (swivljoint)

One member of a chain or tie of rods, or the like, which is fitted to move freely on a swivel, to prevent twisting and kinking in the case of uneven strain. swivel-keeper (swiv'l-kē"per), n. A ring or hook, from which keys, etc., are hung, fitted with a swivel, to avoid the twisting of the chain which suspends it. swivel-loom (swiv'l-löm), n. In weaving, a ribbon-loom fitted to use swivels carried in frames on the batten, and adapted to weave from ten to thirty ribbons simultaneously. swivel-musket (swiv'l-mus"ket), n. jingal. Same as