flips
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈfɫɪps// UK //flˈɪps// flips
n. quick turns or jumps where your body moves all the way around in the air. You often see these in sports like gymnastics or diving.
n. movements involving a complete rotation of the body in the air, typically performed during athletic or acrobatic activities.
The gymnast performed three perfect flips in a row.
After years of practice on the trampoline, she could finally land back-to-back flips without losing her balance.
The crowd erupted in applause as the diver executed a series of complex flips and twists before entering the water with barely a splash.
Usage
Usually used in the plural when referring to a sequence of acrobatic movements.