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Definition of autoreverse

autoreverse

/ˌɔːtoʊrɪˈvɜːrs/
au · to · re · verse
Plural:autoreverses
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Past Simple:autoreversed
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Past Participle:autoreversed
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Present Participle:autoreversing
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autoreverse Lexical Profile

autoreverse Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Equipped with or utilizing a mechanism that automatically changes the direction of operation, such as tape playback or motorized door movement.

Example

"He bought an autoreverse cassette deck so he could listen to both sides of the album without flipping the tape."

• noun

1

A feature on a tape player or mechanical device that automatically changes the direction of travel or playback upon reaching the end of its run or encountering an obstacle.

Example

"The garage door's autoreverse was triggered as soon as the sensor detected a bicycle on the driveway."

• verb

1

To automatically change direction of movement or operation (especially of a motorized mechanism or magnetic tape).

Example

"Modern power windows are designed to autoreverse if they encounter resistance while closing."

• Rhymes for autoreverse

• Nearby Words

autoplay
autopsy
autoreply
autoreverse
autorickshaw
autoroute
autosave

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Autoreverse. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/autoreverse
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