Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

turn-back

verb
/ˈtɜrn bæk/
Definition
To reverse direction or go back; to retreat.
Examples
  • The hikers had to turn-back due to the sudden storm.
  • After realizing they had taken a wrong turn, they decided to turn-back.
Meaning
Turn-back refers to the act of stopping progress and heading back to a previous location or state.
Synonyms
  • return
  • retreat
  • retrace
  • go back