topsyturn

/ˈtɒpsɪ tɜrn/

Definitions

1. noun

a somersault or any kind of forward or backward somersaulting movement

“The gymnast’s impressive topsyturn left the audience in awe.”

2. verb

to turn or tumble over, especially in a somersault or similar movement

“The child topsyturned on the trampoline, laughing with joy.”

Synonyms

  • somersault
  • tumble

Antonyms

  • stabilize
  • straighten