reverse, transpose, invert mean to change to the opposite position. reverse is the most general term and may imply change in order, side, direction, meaning. transpose implies a change in order or relative position of units often through exchange of position. invert applies chiefly to turning upside down or inside out.
a mechanism, etc. for reversing, as a gear arrangement in a transmission that causes a machine, motor vehicle, etc. to run backward or in the opposite direction
To reverse means to turn back, take the opposite direction, go the other way. Many things can be reversed: you can reverse a decision, you can reverse a car — by putting it in the gear called "reverse."
reversing definition: moving in the opposite direction to usual. Check meanings, examples, usage tips, pronunciation, domains, and related words. Discover expressions like "reversing light", "reversing lever".
Reverse the “i” and “e” in “recieve” to spell “receive” correctly. My mother and I reversed our roles. Now I'm taking care of her. You need to reverse the paper [=to turn the paper around] in the printer so that the letterhead is up. Reverse that painting [=turn that painting over] so that I can see the back.
Used when describing the action of moving backward or changing direction to the opposite. Commonly used in driving, programming, or reversing decisions.
verb (used with object) reversed, reversing to turn in an opposite position; transpose. The printer accidently reversed two chapters of the book. to turn in the opposite direction; send on the opposite course. to turn inside out or upside down. to change the direction of running of (a mechanism).
re•verse /rɪˈvɜrs/ adj., n., v., -versed, -vers•ing. opposite or contrary in position, direction, order, etc.: to arrange the names in reverse order. with the back toward the observer: the reverse side of a fabric.
