American English pronunciation

How to pronounce swerve

IPA transcription: [s'wɚv]

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Noun

  • the act of turning aside suddenly

  • an erratic deflection from an intended course

Verb

  • turn sharply; change direction abruptly

    “The car cut to the left at the intersection”

    “The motorbike veered to the right”

Usage examples

  • In his time at United, he was nicknamed "Snakehips" for his trademark body swerve.
  • They accepted and Swervedriver had their new drummer.