What is "about-face" in English? Definition and Explanations
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What does about-face mean in English? Meaning of about-face definition and abbreviation with examples.
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What is "about-face" in English? Definition and Explanations
Meaning of "about-face": act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation
Noun
Pronunciation in US: /əˈbaʊtˌfeɪs/
Meaning of "about-face": turn, usually 180 degrees
Verb
Pronunciation in US: /əˈbaʊtˌfeɪs/
Meaning of "about-face": a major change in attitude or principle or point of view
Noun
Pronunciation in US: /əˈbaʊtˌfeɪs/
Meaning of "about-face": change one's mind and assume the opposite viewpoint
Verb
Pronunciation in US: /əˈbaʊtˌfeɪs/
Synonyms:
U-turn, turnaround, turnabout, reversal, reverse, double, turn, switch, repeal, retraction, change, policy change, overturning, volte-face, 180 degree turn, change in direction, changeabout, doubleback,
Antonyms:
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