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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

switchback

/swɪtʃbæk/ noun · British & US
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What does switchback mean?

noun

A zigzag path or road, especially one that winds up a steep slope. A sudden change in direction or plan.

Example

"The hikers took a switchback up the mountain, their footsteps echoing off the rocky walls."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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