Skip to content

Dictionary Entry

revolving door

noun

Find the meaning of the word revolving door, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

Back To Dictionary
1

Meaning

Dictionary meaning in a clear, student-friendly format.

A situation where people or things frequently enter and leave a place or role, often without much change.

Example Sentence

The company's management team felt like a revolving door, with new leaders constantly replacing old ones.

Usage Note

Used to describe situations with high staff turnover, frequent changes in leadership, or a continuous cycle of people entering and leaving a particular environment or role, especially when it implies a lack of stability or progress.