reverse turn
Direction-changing maneuver backward
A reverse turn is a dance figure in which partners rotate in the opposite direction from the natural turn—typically counterclockwise rather than clockwise.
Standard in ballroom dancing, particularly waltz and foxtrot: They executed a smooth reverse turn across the floor.
In driving, a reverse turn is a maneuver to turn a vehicle around using reverse gear, such as a three-point turn.
- turnaroundShift in opposite direction
- pivotPoint of rotation
- swing aroundTurn quickly about
- backtrackReverse one's position
- switchbackReversing mountain path
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