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  1. 1. n a relation of direct opposition n the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed n an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating n the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design n (American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction n turning in the opposite direction n a lapel on a woman's garment; turned back to show the reverse side v change to the contrary v turn inside out or upside down v rule against v cancel officially v reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of Source: ecdict

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