Flip-flop
Pronunciation: /ˈfɫɪp- ˈfɫɑp/
Flip-flop (noun)
- a light sandal with a strap between the toes and a flat sole.
- a quick change in opinion or decision.
- a basic electronic circuit that can switch between two states.
Examples
- She wore flip-flops to the beach.
- Flip-flops are comfortable for summer walks.
Common collocations: wear flip-flops, comfortable flip-flops, political flip-flop, unexpected flip-flop, flip-flop circuit
Flip-flop (verb)
- to change your opinion or decision suddenly.
Examples
- She tends to flip-flop on important issues.
- He flip-flopped after hearing new evidence.