Flip

English word definition — powered by WordNet

NOUN

an acrobatic feat in which the feet roll over the head (either forward or backward) and return

hot or cold alcoholic mixed drink containing a beaten egg

a sudden, quick movement

the act of flipping a coin

a dive in which the diver somersaults before entering the water

(sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team

VERB

lightly throw to see which side comes up

cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation

look through a book or other written material

toss with a sharp movement so as to cause to turn over in the air

cause to move with a flick

throw or toss with a light motion

move with a flick or light motion

turn upside down, or throw so as to reverse

react in an excited, delighted, or surprised way

go mad, go crazy

reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)

ADJ

marked by casual disrespect

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