Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
face-down-up
adverb
/feɪs daʊn ʌp/
Definition
A position where a person or object is oriented with the front side facing downwards and the back side facing upwards.
Examples
- The book was lying face-down-up on the table, showing the cover but with pages open underneath.
- In yoga, the instructor demonstrated a pose that brings the body face-down-up, allowing for a full stretch.
- When setting up the game, ensure the cards are laid face-down-up to keep the players guessing.
Meaning
The term ‘face-down-up’ is used to describe an orientation that combines both face-down and face-up positions, often referring to how items are placed or how situations are regarded.
Synonyms
- turned upside down
- inverted orientation
- flipped
