1.a relation of direct opposition;
we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true
2.the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed
3.an unfortunate happening that hinders of impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
4.the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design
5.(American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction
6.turning in the opposite direction
7.directed or moving toward the rear;
a rearward glance
8.reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect
9.of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle;
in reverse gear
1.change to the contrary;
The trend was reversed
2.turn inside out or upside down
3.rule against;
The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill
4.annul by recalling or rescinding;
He revoked the ban on smoking