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about-face vs about turn

about turn vs about-face

about-face and about turn both are nouns.

about-face is a verb but about turn is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
about-face Yes No Yes No
about turn Yes No No No
As nouns, about-face and about turn are synonyms defined as:
  • about-face and about turn: act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation
about-face (noun) about turn (noun)
a major change in attitude or principle or point of view act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation
act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation
about-face (verb) about turn (verb)
change one's mind and assume the opposite viewpoint
turn, usually 180 degrees
Difference between about-face and about turn

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