inswing

/ɪnˈswɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

the motion of a swing moving inward, typically a type of swing that is designed to swing inward toward the body

“The inswing door was difficult to open due to the strong wind.”

2. verb

to swing inward, typically in reference to a door or gate

“The wind caused the gate to inswing, hitting the wall.”

Synonyms

  • inward swing
  • swing inward

Antonyms

  • outswing
  • outward swing