The term REVOLVING can be broken down into five different crossword solutions: ROTATION (8 letters), AWHIRL (6 letters), ROTARY (6 letters), INORBIT (7 letters), and ROTATORY (8 letters). All of these words refer to the act of turning around a central point, usually in a circular motion. ROTATION is the most general term, referring to any type of circular motion, while AWHIRL and ROTARY are more specific terms that refer to a rapid spinning motion. INORBIT and ROTATORY refer to the same concept, but with the addition of movement around a larger object, such as a planet or star.