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1. (n.) about-face
(in close-order drill) a 180° turn from the position of attention.
2. about-face
a complete change in position, direction or attitude.
3. (v.i.) about-face
to perform an about-face.
Etymology: (1860–65, Amer.)
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| Definition of 'about-face' |
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1. (noun) about-face, about turn
act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation
2. (verb) about-face, volte-face, reversal, policy change
a major change in attitude or principle or point of view
"an about-face on foreign policy"
3. (verb) about-face
turn, usually 180 degrees
4. (verb) about-face
change one's mind and assume the opposite viewpoint
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