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about-face是什么意思

about-face

英[ə'baʊtˌfeɪs] 美[əˈbaʊtˈfes]
  • 复数：about-faces;
    • 相关单词 aboutface
    柯林斯高阶英汉双解学习词典释义
    • N-COUNT
      （态度或观点的）彻底改变，大转变
      An about-face is a complete change of attitude or opinion.
      例句
      Few observers believe the president will do an about-face and start spending more. 没有几个观察家认为总统会彻底改变态度而增加开支。
    英英词典释义
    • Noun
      1. act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation
      2. a reversal in attitude or principle or point of view;
      "an about-face on foreign policy"
    • Verb
      1. turn, usually 180 degrees
      2. change one's mind and assume the opposite viewpoint