backflip

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/ˈbæk.flɪp/ English

Definitions

noun

An act of rotating one's body 360 degrees in the backward direction.“The gymnast performed a backflip on a trampoline.”
(by extension) a total reversal in policy or opinion; a volte-face, a U-turn.

verb

To perform a backflip (rotation of body)
To completely reverse a policy or opinion; perform a U-turn.

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Synonyms

kickflip flyaway flip flip-flop flip-flap forwards roll heel turn turnabout roll forward roll revert flip turn tumble turn barrel roll wings u-turn

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