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Definition of revolving :
1. Making a revolution or revolutions; rotating; - used also figuratively of time, seasons, etc., depending on the revolution of the earth.
2. of Revolve
Synonyms:
rolling (part of speech: verb)
rolling, cycling, swirling, spinning
rotating (part of speech: verb)
circumnavigating, screwing, pirouetting, twisting, reeling, rotating, wheeling, whirling, turning, eddying, circulating, gyrating, orbiting
Usage examples:
- She managed to get over to her desk, and sank into the revolving chair with a sigh of relief. - "The Iron Woman", Margaret Deland.
- These thoughts the Cardinal was still revolving in his palace, when he was suddenly summoned to attend the Pontiff. - "Rienzi", Edward Bulwer Lytton.
- Two minutes later the advance guard of the rush that had comprehended the true meaning of the verdict found the white oak tree in possession of a competent individual with a Colt's revolving pistol and a humorous eye. - "The Killer", Stewart Edward White.