turnaround

/ˈtɜɹnəˌɹaʊnd/

UK: /ˈtɜːnəˌɹaʊnd/

turnaround

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Definition

The act of turning to face in the other direction.

Etymology

Deverbal from turn around.

Example Sentences

  • "The basketball player made a turnaround jump shot."
  • "They tried to reduce their turnaround on incoming paperwork."
  • "They tried to reduce their turnaround time on incoming paperwork. [noun adjunct form]"
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