Backflip
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbæk.flɪp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Backflip is a noun meaning (gymnastics) An act of rotating one's body 360 degrees in the backward direction.
Meaning
(gymnastics) An act of rotating one's body 360 degrees in the backward direction.
More Meanings
- (by extension) A total reversal in policy or opinion.
- To perform a backflip (rotation of body).
- To completely reverse a policy or opinion; perform a U-turn.
Example Sentences
PM predicts water recycling backflips
Near-synonyms: backtrack, backpedaling
Near-synonyms: backtrack, backpedal, walk back
The gymnast performed a backflip on a trampoline.
Word Forms
- backflips
- backflipping
- backflipped
Synonyms for backflip
Depending on context, synonyms include flip-flop, volte-face, U-turn, backtrack, backpedaling, backpedal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kickflip, flyaway, flip, flip-flop, flip-flap, turnabout.
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