Switchback

Pronunciation: /ˈswɪtʃˈbæk/

Switchback (noun)

  1. a road or path that goes up or down a hill in sharp turns.
  2. a type of ride at an amusement park with steep slopes and sharp turns.
  3. a hiking trail that goes up or down a hill in sharp turns.

Examples

  • The car navigated the switchback with caution.
  • Drivers must slow down on the steep switchback.

Common collocations: navigate a switchback, steep switchback, ride a switchback, thrilling switchback, hike a switchback

Synonyms of Switchback

Neutral

Antonyms of Switchback

  • — describing paths or roads