flip flops

flip–flop

noun \ˈflip-ˌfläp\

Definition of FLIP-FLOP

1

: the sound or motion of something flapping loosely

2

a : a backward handspring b : a sudden reversal (as of policy or strategy)

3

: a usually electronic device or a circuit (as in a computer) capable of assuming either of two stable states

4

: a rubber sandal loosely fastened to the foot by a thong

— flip–flop intransitive verb

First Known Use of FLIP-FLOP

1600

Related to FLIP-FLOP

Synonyms: about-turn [British], flip-flop, reversal, turnabout, turnaround, U-turn, volte-face

Related Words: bait and switch, switcheroo; denial, disaffirmance, disavowal, disownment, recantation, renunciation, repudiation, retraction; reconsideration, retreat, second thought; hesitation, indecision, irresolution, shilly-shallying, vacillation, wavering, wobbling (also wabbling)

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