(n): the relation between opposed entities
(n): the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed
(n): a mechanism for transmitting motion for some specific purpose (as the steering gear of a vehicle)
(n): an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
(n): an event that happens
(n): the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design
(n): an extended outer surface of an object
(n): (American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction
(n): (American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team
(n): turning in the opposite direction
(n): the act of changing the direction in which something is oriented
(v): change to the contrary
(v): undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
(v): turn inside out or upside down
(v): cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
(v): rule against
(v): decide with authority
(v): cancel officially
(v): declare null and void; make ineffective
(v): reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of
(v): assign a new order to
(adj): directed or moving toward the rear
(adj): vs. forward) -- (directed or facing toward the back or rear
(adj): vs. forward) -- (of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle
(adj): reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect
(adj): vs. forward) -- (directed or facing toward the back or rear
