Meaning of the word "double back" in English

What does "double back" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

double back

US /ˌdʌb.əl ˈbæk/
UK /ˈdʌb.əl bæk/
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Phrasal Verb

to turn back along the same path or in the same direction that one has just come

Example:
We had to double back to retrieve the forgotten keys.
The fox tried to double back and escape the hunters.