turn

What is the Definition of turn?

Noun:

1. a circular segment of a curve
2. the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course
3. an unforeseen development
4. a movement in a new direction
5. the act of turning away or in the opposite direction
6. turning or twisting around (in place)
7. a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
8. (sports)
9. a short performance that is part of a longer program
10. a favor for someone
11. taking a short walk out and back

Verb:

1. change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
2. undergo a transformation or a change of position or action
3. undergo a change or development
4. cause to move around or rotate
5. change to the contrary
6. pass to the other side of
7. pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
8. let (something)
9. move around an axis or a center
10. cause to move around a center so as to show another side of
11. to send or let go
12. to break and turn over earth especially with a plow
13. shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel
14. change color
15. twist suddenly so as to sprain
16. cause to change or turn into something different;assume new characteristics
17. accomplish by rotating
18. get by buying and selling
19. cause to move along an axis or into a new direction
20. channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something
21. cause (a plastic object)
22. alter the functioning or setting of
23. direct at someone
24. have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to
25. go sour or spoil
26. become officially one year older

How can I use turn in a sentence?

Other meanings of turn (synonyms, cognates).