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swerve

Pronunciation: /swəːv/

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Definition of swerve

verb

change or cause to change direction abruptly:a lorry swerved across her path [with object]:O’Hara swerved the motorcycle round the corner

noun

an abrupt change of direction:do not make sudden swerves, particularly around parked vehicles
[mass noun] divergence from a straight course imparted to a ball or other object, especially in soccer, cricket, or snooker.