Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

kickflip

noun
/ˈkɪk.flɪp/
Definition
A skateboarding trick in which the rider performs a flip of the board using their foot.
Examples
  • The skater executed a perfect kickflip off the ramp.
  • He learned to kickflip in just a few days of practice.
  • Her kickflip landed her a spot in the skateboarding competition.
Meaning
The kickflip involves flicking the board with the toes while in mid-air, allowing it to rotate 360 degrees along its axis before landing.
Synonyms
  • flip
  • trick
  • maneuver