Switchback ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Switchback ( noun )

1. A road or path that zigzags up a steep hill or mountain.
2. A sudden change of direction or position.

Origin:

Switch + back, likely coined in the 19th century.

Examples:

1. The car was winding its way up the switchback road.
2. It's a steep hike with many switchbacks.
3. The switchback trail was narrow and rocky.
4. She made a switchback in her political position.
5. The stock market experienced a switchback, with prices rising and falling rapidly.

(As a verb)

Switchback ( verb )

1. A road or path that zigzags up a steep hill or mountain.
2. A sudden change of direction or position.

Origin:

Switch + back, likely coined in the 19th century.

Examples:

1. The car was winding its way up the switchback road.
2. It's a steep hike with many switchbacks.
3. The switchback trail was narrow and rocky.
4. She made a switchback in her political position.
5. The stock market experienced a switchback, with prices rising and falling rapidly.