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about-face meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of about-face at MeaningMonkey.org. about-face meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.ABOUT-FACE noun
Definition of about-face (noun)
- act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation
- synonyms: about turn
- a major change in attitude or principle or point of view
- "an about-face on foreign policy"
- synonyms: policy change, reversal, volte-face
ABOUT-FACE verb
Definition of about-face (verb)
- turn, usually 180 degrees
- change one's mind and assume the opposite viewpoint
Source: Princeton University Wordnet