\ ə-ˈbau̇t-ˈfās 
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\Definition of about-face
1 : a 180° turn to the right from the position of attention
2 : a reversal of direction
3 : a reversal of attitude, behavior, or point of view
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Synonyms for about-face
Synonyms
- about-turn
- [British],
- flip-flop,
- reversal,
- turnabout,
- turnaround,
- U-turn,
- volte-face
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about-face
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of about-face
: the act of turning to face in the opposite direction
: a complete change of attitude or opinion
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The first known use of about-face was in 1835
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