sway


Definition: Meaning of, sway in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / sweɪ /

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Prsesent Past Past Participle
sway swayed swayed
Present Participle Third Person Singular
swaying sways
  1. [intransitive] to move slowly from one side to another
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  2. [transitive] to influence someone so that they change their opinion
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  1. literary power to rule or influence people
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  2. a swinging movement from side to side
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sway used in phrases

  • anti-sway bar (noun)
    1. a rigid metal bar between the front suspensions and between the rear suspensions of cars and trucks; serves to stabilize the chassis
  • hold sway (verb)
    1. be master; reign or rule
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