backflip

noun

Meaning

A gymnastic or acrobatic move where a person jumps into the air, rotates backward 360 degrees, and lands on their feet.

Examples

  • He spent months practicing until he could finally land a clean backflip on the grass.
  • The stunt performer executed a flawless backflip off the ledge during the action scene.

Synonyms: back tuck, back somersault, back handspring