pivot — a central point, pin, or shaft on which a mechanism turns or oscillates
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a central point, pin, or shaft on which a mechanism turns or oscillates
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɪvət/
Korean meaning: 회전축, 중심축, 기준점
Korean pronunciation: **피**벗
Example Sentences
- When the zombie apocalypse started, Netflix pivoted from comedy shows to survival documentaries.
- The basketball player used his left foot as a pivot to avoid the defender.
- My career plan pivots more often than a weather vane in a tornado.
pivot
NOUN//ˈpɪvət//
a central point, pin, or shaft on which a mechanism turns or oscillates
The excavator rotates around its central pivot point during construction work
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Pivot on the rivet, watch the divot fly!
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Origin
From Middle French 'pivot,' possibly derived from Old French 'pive' meaning a sharp point or peg. The ultimate origin is uncertain but may be related to Latin or Germanic roots referring to pointed objects.
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“When the zombie apocalypse started, Netflix pivoted from comedy shows to survival documentaries.”
“The basketball player used his left foot as a pivot to avoid the defender.”
“My career plan pivots more often than a weather vane in a tornado.”
“The startup had to pivot three times before finding a profitable business model.”
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