swithen

/ˈswɪðən/

Definitions

1. verb

to twist or turn something violently, or to make someone twist or turn with a sudden, violent motion

“The wrestler swithen his opponent to the ground.”

2. noun

a sudden, violent twisting or turning motion

“The swithen sent the dancer tumbling to the floor.”

Synonyms

  • turn
  • twist

Antonyms

  • smooth
  • straighten