noun
Uncommon
turnaround
TUR-nuh-rownd
Turnaround (noun) means a complete reversal of direction, policy, or fortune. Example: “The struggling team staged a remarkable turnaround to make the playoffs.”
noun
1
A complete reversal of direction, policy, or fortune.
"The struggling team staged a remarkable turnaround to make the playoffs."
2
The time needed to complete and return a task or order.
"The printer promised a 24-hour turnaround on the order."
How to use turnaround
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA dramatic reversal — of a situation, a company's fortunes, or simply how long a task takes to finish.
Common pairings
quick turnaround
turnaround time
staged a turnaround
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Word forms
- Plural
- turnarounds
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Etymology
Formed from the verb phrase "turn around," describing a reversal in direction or fortune.
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Rhymes for turnaround
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What does “turnaround” mean?
The word “turnaround” means a complete reversal of direction, policy, or fortune. In plain terms, a dramatic reversal — of a situation, a company's fortunes, or simply how long a task takes to finish.
How do you pronounce “turnaround”?
“Turnaround” is pronounced TUR-nuh-rownd (/ˈtɜɹnəˌɹaʊnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “turnaround” in a sentence?
Here is “turnaround” used in a sentence: “The struggling team staged a remarkable turnaround to make the playoffs.”
What part of speech is “turnaround”?
“Turnaround” is a noun.
Is “turnaround” a common word?
“Turnaround” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “turnaround” have?
“Turnaround” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a complete reversal of direction, policy, or fortune.
