tailslide

/ˈteɪlˌslaɪd/
noun
  1. A maneuver in which an aircraft or skateboard moves backward or sideways with the tail end sliding first, often as a trick or in a loss of control.
    • The skateboarder's tailslide down the rail was smooth and stylish.
    • The pilot performed a tailslide during the airshow, thrilling the crowd.
    • He landed a perfect tailslide on the halfpipe.
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