revolving

adjective

re·​volv·​ing ri-ˈväl-viŋ How to pronounce revolving (audio)
-ˈvȯl-,
 also  -ˈvä-viŋ,
 or  -ˈvȯ-viŋ
1
a
: tending to revolve or recur
especially : recurrently available
b
: of, relating to, or being credit that may be used repeatedly up to the specified limit and is usually repaid in regular proportional installments
2
: turning around on or as if on an axis
a revolving platform

Examples of revolving in a Sentence

The band played on a revolving stage.
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The result is a revolving door of temporary fixes that don't address the root causes of obesity, leaving many stuck in a cycle of short-term solutions without lasting change. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024 Open 5-10 p.m. Located atop the Hyatt Regency, The Eagle's Nest will serve its typical steakhouse fare as well as an $89 three-course New Year's Eve menu in its revolving dining room overlooking downtown. Bradley Hohulin, The Indianapolis Star, 20 Dec. 2024 Up until the band officially broke up in 2015, members of the Black Crowes circulated in and out like a revolving door, so much so that there’s a whole Wikipedia page devoted to past members. Charles Moss, SPIN, 18 Dec. 2024 This revolving door situation makes automation even more critical to bridge the gap. Guy Yehiav, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for revolving 

Word History

Etymology

from present participle of revolve

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of revolving was in 1599

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“Revolving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/revolving. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

revolving

adjective
re·​volv·​ing
: likely to revolve or recur
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