Definition

To turn something inside out or to turn it outward.

Example

The surgeon had to evert the tissue to examine it properly.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever tried to evert a sock when it's stuck inside out?

I haven't, but it sounds tricky!

It's not so bad once you get the hang of it; you just need to pull it a bit.

I'll have to give it a shot next time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Evert → It is formed from "e-" (a variant of "ex-", meaning out) and "vertere" (meaning to turn). The word "evert" means to turn something out or inside out.

Memory Tip

Think of turning something "out" ("e-" means out) — that's why evert means to turn something inside out.

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