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invert

in·vert

invert

 
 
pronunciation:
ihn vuhrt
features:
Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
part of speech: verb
inflections: inverts, inverting, inverted
definition 1: to reverse the order, position, or direction of.
If you invert the letters of the word "part," you get "trap."
 
similar words:
reverse
definition 2: to turn upside down.
If you invert that glass of water, the floor will get wet.
similar words:
reverse
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derivation: invertible (adj.)
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