To go back and forth on a decision or issue.

To make a decision and then change your mind.
Bernard: You coming to Hooters for happy hour?

Larry: No, I can't. My wife wants me home at 6.

Bernard: You said you were goin' an hour ago! Nice flip flop. Get a sack.
by Edapoe March 6, 2009
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Flip flops are a type of sandal that is characterized by a floppy sole that slaps against the heel of the foot when walking making a "flip flop" sound.

A common misconception is that a flip flop must be a thong sandal - (a sandal that has a strap that connects to the sole between the large and next toe.) However, any sandal capable of "flipping and flopping" qualifies as a flip flop.
I could hear her coming down the hall in her flip flops.
by Shoe Expert May 11, 2010
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adjective: A phrase most commonly used to describe the fluid political positions of former Massachusetts Governor, Mitt Romney.
Gov. Romney has once again demonstrated another flip-flop on the issue of (fill with any political issue).
by Misha A. July 6, 2012
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Sandals with only a strap in the front, which joins between the big toe and the one next to it. i dont know the names!
by Random April 6, 2004
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used on a warm school day by a girl who thinks she's cool enough to show off her feet, but doesn't know that none of the boys care.
girl: check out my new flip flops!
every boy in the universe: idc
by I KAN SPEL March 31, 2022
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sandals that are made of a base, sole, and a strip that goes in between the toes
I would not advise wearing flip-flops on a nature hike.
by Light Joker June 28, 2005
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A political phrase, usually contributed by an opponent, for someone who changes their position of some issue.
Practically everyone is the Bush administration has done a "flip-flop" on government regulation since their econcomy flopped.
by Videography Lab December 24, 2008
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