Noun Definition

reverse

1.Definition: (American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction

Category: General

2.Definition: a relation of direct opposition

"We thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true"

Related Noun(s):contrary, opposite

Category: General

3.Definition: an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating

Related Noun(s):blow, reversal, setback

Category: General

4.Definition: the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed

Category: Objects

5.Definition: the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design

Related Noun(s):verso

Category: Objects

6.Definition: turning in the opposite direction

Related Noun(s):reversal, reversion, turnabout, turnaround

Category: General