noun a return to a previous state or position
verb to revert back to a previous state or position
In finance, a rollback refers to a decrease in the price of a stock or other financial asset.
In manufacturing, a rollback can refer to reverting to a previous stage of production or assembly.
In database management, a rollback is the operation of undoing or reverting a transaction that has not been committed yet.
In project management, a rollback can refer to reverting to a previous version of a project or decision.
In gaming, a rollback can refer to resetting the game state to a previous point in time.
In the publishing industry, a rollback clause in a contract may specify the terms under which an author can request changes to a manuscript or receive a refund of an advance payment.
In the field of psychology, a rollback strategy may be used in therapy sessions to help clients identify and change negative thought patterns or behaviors.