Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
double-take
noun
/ˈdʌb.əl ˌteɪk/
Definition
A quick backward glance or reaction that shows surprise or disbelief.
Examples
- When she walked into the room wearing that dress, I did a double-take.
- His unexpected arrival made everyone do a double-take.
- She gave the photograph a double-take when she realized who was in it.
Meaning
The act of turning back to look at something again after initially passing it by, usually because it was unexpected or shocking.
Synonyms
- second look
- surprised glance
- double glance
