1. performing a backward somersault or flip, rotating the body backward over the head
Usage: present participle of backflip

1. the act or instance of performing a backward somersault
Usage: gerund form

Examples

• The gymnast was backflipping across the mat with impressive height and control.
• He practiced backflipping on the trampoline every afternoon.
• Backflipping requires significant core strength and spatial awareness.
• She nailed the backflipping sequence in her floor routine.
• The acrobat's backflipping skills impressed the entire audience.
• He started backflipping at age seven after joining the gymnastics team.