1. a backward somersault in which a person rotates head over heels in the air and lands on their feet
Usage: common in gymnastics, acrobatics, and sports

1. to perform a backflip
Usage: transitive or intransitive

Examples

• The gymnast executed a perfect backflip on the balance beam.
• She can backflip off the diving board with ease.
• He attempted a backflip but landed awkwardly.
• The acrobat performed three consecutive backflips.
• Kids love to practice backflips at the trampoline park.
• The diver's backflip was the highlight of the competition.