Reference meaning

about-face

noun·Reference

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act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation

Related source terms

about turn

Other meanings

2. noun

a major change in attitude or principle or point of view

3. verb

turn, usually 180 degrees

4. verb

change one's mind and assume the opposite viewpoint

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