revolving

American  

[ri-vol-ving] / rɪˈvɒl vɪŋ /

adjective

1. that revolves.

   a revolving table top.

2. Machinery. noting or pertaining to a radial engine whose cylinders revolve around a stationary crankshaft, as the engine of a helicopter.

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revolving British  

/ rɪˈvɒlvɪŋ /

adjective

1. moving around a central axis

   revolving door

2. (of a fund) constantly added to from income from its investments to offset outgoing payments

3. (of a letter of credit, load, etc) available to be repeatedly drawn on by the beneficiary provided that a specified amount is never exceeded

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Other Word Forms

• nonrevolving adjective
• revolvingly adverb
• unrevolving adjective

Etymology

Origin of revolving

First recorded in 1690–1700; revolve + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Sometimes, they’d suggest creating a video or podcast series revolving around the living family member “talking” to the copy.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026

The lenders that back Spirit’s revolving credit line objected earlier this month to the company’s bankruptcy exit plan, saying it might not work if fuel prices remain high.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

In addition to the fundraising, OpenAI said Tuesday it had expanded its existing revolving credit facility to about $4.7 billion.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

The company also closed a revolving credit facility of up to $200 million, with an additional accordion option of up to $50 million.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Then she pushed through the revolving door and to the row of phone booths that lined the lobby.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng

Related Words

• orbiting
• spinning
• swirling
• whirling