three point turn
K-shaped road reversal
A three point turn is a method of reversing a vehicle's direction on a narrow road by turning sharply one way, backing while turning the opposite way, then pulling forward—forming a Y-shaped path.
The name counts the movements: forward, back, forward.
Also called a K-turn or Y-turn.
She executed a perfect three point turn on the dead-end street.
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- maneuverDeliberate tactical movement
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