flipside — English Dictionary

Noun

1. The reverse, in contrast to the obverse.

2. The B-side of a phonograph record.

   Synonyms

   B-side

   Antonyms

   A-side

   Examples

   Nice tune. What's on the flipside?

3. A necessary consequence or corollary of something that acts as a negation or counterbalance; especially one seen as opposite, or as pro versus con.

   Usage

   • Informal

   Examples

   Walking to work is definitely healthier – on the flipside, though, it takes twice as long.

   Of course, the drop is partly the flipside of dollars being in demand. The pound does not benefit from safe-haven status like the Swiss franc or Japanese yen.

4. The occasion when we meet again (e.g. when I return from work, etc.; said on parting); later or tomorrow.

   Usage

   • Informal

   Examples

   See you on the flipside!