Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
loop-the-loop
noun
/ˌluːp ðə ˈluːp/
Definition
A looping motion that is usually part of a roller coaster ride, where the track curves in a vertical circle to allow the train to go upside-down.
Examples
- Riding the loop-the-loop was the highlight of our trip to the amusement park.
- The engineers tested the loop-the-loop design to ensure it was safe for riders.
- He screamed in excitement as the roller coaster went through the loop-the-loop.
Meaning
The term ‘loop-the-loop’ describes a specific kind of maneuver or structure that causes an object to complete a circular motion, typically seen in amusement parks and described in physics contexts.
Synonyms
- circular loop
- 360-degree turn
- inversion
