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reversion

noun

/rɪˈvɜːrʒən/

Meaning

the act of returning to a previous state or condition

The new policy marked a reversion to traditional methods.

return, relapse, regression, backslide

progress, advancement, improvement

reversion to type, legal reversion, reversion clause

a sudden violent occurrence or outburst; volcanic explosion

the long hair growing on the neck of a horse, lion, or other animal

A strong outdoor shoe; also a marked accent, especially Irish or Scottish.

a person who receives something, especially money or property, from a will or insurance policy

an animal or person that feeds on dead or discarded material

a lack of willingness or desire to do something