reversible
    adj 1: capable of reversing or being reversed; "reversible
           hypertension" [ant: irreversible]
    2: capable of being reversed or used with either side out; "a
       reversible jacket" [syn: reversible, two-sided] [ant:
       nonreversible, one-sided]
    3: capable of being reversed; "a reversible decision is one that
       can be appealed or vacated"
    4: capable of assuming or producing either of two states; "a
       reversible chemical reaction"; "a reversible cell"
    n 1: a garment (especially a coat) that can be worn inside out
         (with either side of the cloth showing)

Reversible \Re*vers"i*ble\, a. [Cf. F. r['e]versible revertible,
   reversionary.]
   1. Capable of being reversed; as, a chair or seat having a
      reversible back; a reversible judgment or sentence.
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   2. Hence, having a pattern or finished surface on both sides,
      so that either may be used; -- said of fabrics.
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   Reversible lock, a lock that may be applied to a door
      opening in either direction, or hinged to either jamb.

   Reversible process. See under Process.
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