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about-turn in French

about-turn in French is demi-tour, volte-face, faire demi-tour.

about-turn in French

demi-tour
noun
(British, military) A turn of 180 degrees, typically in a military formation [First attested in the mid 20th century.].
volte-face
noun
Total reversal of opinion or attitude [First attested in the mid 20th century.].
faire demi-tour
verb
(intransitive) To turn 180 degrees, typically in a military formation.
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What is "about-turn" in French?

"about-turn" in French is demi-tour, volte-face, faire demi-tour.

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Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "about-turn": demi-tour, volte-face, faire demi-tour.

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