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

From Lombardy to Galicia, the same principles apply when it comes to employing an attractive approach, with Celta Vigo's progress revolving around putting their trust in youth.

From BBC

It spares the host from managing a revolving door of goodbyes, avoids disrupting the natural energy of the event and doesn’t encourage others to leave simply because they see you heading for the door.

From The Wall Street Journal

However, the enthusiasm revolving around the actor has waned recently with Jordan’s win at the Actor Awards, which is seen as a bellwether for the Oscars, particularly in the lead actor category.

From Los Angeles Times

He will also be associated with instability, including a revolving door of 12 sacked managers as Spurs reached 16 semi-finals and seven finals.

From BBC

If completed, Fitch expects the deal to drive leverage up significantly, noting Paramount’s $58 billion debt commitment—which includes an existing $3.5 billion revolving credit facility—to fund the acquisition.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• orbiting
• spinning
• swirling
• whirling