rovescio.
contrary, opposite
Meaning & usage
contrary, opposite
inside-out
upside-down
supine
backhanded
purl
Where this word comes from
Inherited from Latin reversus, with progressive rs→sː→ʃː assimilation (compare vescica and ganascia). Doublet of riverso. Cognate with Sicilian riversu.
reverse, back side (of a surface, etc.)
reverse, back side (of a surface, etc.)
reverse, setback
(the) opposite, (the) contrary (of what is asked, expected, etc.)
toppling, falling precipitously
sudden, violent fall
heavy shower (of rain, snow, etc.)
purl stitch
backhand shot
backhand (slap)
Where this word comes from
Inherited from Latin reversus, with progressive rs→sː→ʃː assimilation (compare vescica and ganascia). Doublet of riverso. Cognate with Sicilian riversu.
first-person singular present indicative of rovesciare
Where this word comes from
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