reversing

reverse[ ri'və:siŋ ]

• n.
  • a relation of direct opposition

    "we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true"

    同义词：contraryopposite

  • the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed
  • an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating

    同义词：reversalsetbackblowblack eye

  • the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design

    同义词：verso

  • (American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction
  • turning in the opposite direction

    同义词：reversionreversalturnaboutturnaround

• v.
  • change to the contrary

    "The trend was reversed"

    同义词：change by reversalturn

  • turn inside out or upside down

    同义词：turn backinvert

  • rule against

    同义词：overruleoverturnoverrideoverthrow

  • annul by recalling or rescinding

    同义词：revokeannulliftcountermandrepealoverturnrescindvacate

• adj.
  • directed or moving toward the rear

    同义词：rearward

  • reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect

    同义词：inverse

  • of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle

    "in reverse gear"