swingback

[ swing-bak ]

noun

1. (especially in political affairs) a return or reversion, as to previous opinion, custom, or ideology:

   We must fight any swingback to isolationism.

Word History and Origins

Origin of swingback¹

First recorded in 1860–65; noun use of verb phrase swing back

Example Sentences

It played a significant role in establishing new hybrid breeds of chicken and pig, crossing the local Fa Yuen swingback pig with the Denmark Landrace, for instance, to produce the Pak Ngau Shek pig, a fast-growing, straight-backed breed.

From New York Times

"Since Mr. Hull's moral triumph at Moscow, the U.S. seems to have abandoned the diplomatic leadership of the United Nations�except with respect to swingback movements in South America."

From Time Magazine Archive

I tried to make him use the circle swingback but he wouldn't listen to me.

From Time Magazine Archive

Helm seating for two is a custom cooler-baitwell swingback seat, while passengers have two transom jump seats with cushions, backrests and storage compartments beneath.

From Time Magazine Archive