roll back Meaning & Definition
What Does Roll Back Mean?
Roll Back is a verb that means To return to a prior state. It can also mean To postpone.
Roll Back Definition (Verb)
- To return to a prior state.
We had to roll back the changes to the database because of an unforeseen error.
- To postpone.
NASA will roll back the shuttle launch due to bad weather.
- To reduce thrust without having been commanded to do so.
- To retreat.
Synonyms of Roll Back
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Roll back synonyms and antonyms →Roll Back in a Sentence
We had to roll back the changes to the database because of an unforeseen error.
NASA will roll back the shuttle launch due to bad weather.
Word Forms & Grammar
roll back (third-person singular simple present rolls back, present participle rolling back, simple past and past participle rolled back)