flip-flop meaning and definition

FLIP-FLOP noun

Definition of flip-flop (noun)

1. a decision to reverse an earlier decision
   • synonyms: change of mind, reversal, turnabout, turnaround
2. a backless sandal held to the foot by a thong between the big toe and the second toe
   • synonyms: thong
3. an electronic circuit that can assume either of two stable states
4. a backward somersault

FLIP-FLOP verb

Definition of flip-flop (verb)

1. reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
   • synonyms: alternate, flip, interchange, switch, tack