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revolver

revolver

1 7.5
A door with several panels that turn so people can enter or leave while keeping wind out
  • noun
  • /rɪˈvɑlvər/
translation icon : puerta giratoria
  • As we walked into the building, the revolver doors spun smoothly, welcoming us in.

Examples

  • The hotel entrance features a modern revolver that keeps the temperature inside comfortable.

  • The design of the revolver allows for easy access while also maintaining the building's climate.

  • Give me your service revolver.

    29 Palms (2002)

  • They must have had a revolver.

    Rollin' with the Nines (2006)

  • Where is my revolver?

    Married to the Mob (1988)

Synonyms

revolving door
vsrevolver
3 3.5

A round door with panels that spin so people can enter or leave

has identical meaning but uses a different common name

Surface Forms

revolver singular
revolvers plural

Morphology

revolver = revolve (transparent) = revolve + er

Built from 'revolve' + '-er' and directly denotes an object that revolves (a rotating door), so the meaning is directly derivable from the components.

Etymology

The word revolver comes from the Latin parts re- 'back' and volvere 'to turn', the same root as revolve. That is why a revolver door has panels that 'revolve' or turn around the center, letting people enter while keeping most air out.