360 degrees

Complete angular revolution

A full rotation, returning to the starting point—the complete circuit of a circle.

The phrase describes physical turns (The skateboarder did a 360) and metaphorical reversals (The company did a 360 on its policy).

Often confused with 180 degrees, which means a reversal to the opposite position rather than a return to the original one.

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spin · spinning top · turn · turning point · compass · horizon · panorama · panoramic view · virtual tour · surround · complete · wheel · orbit · axis · circumference · around · sweep · gyroscope

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G