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Definition of turned - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
foodUS in a spoiled or unpalatable stateUS
- The milk was turned and smelled bad.
2.
lathe workTECH. US shaped or formed by rotating on a latheTECH. US
- The turned wooden legs of the chair were beautifully crafted..
Expressions with turned
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used when revealing the actual result of a situation or plan
As it turned out, the train was delayed and we missed the meeting.
become lost or disoriented in direction
We got turned around in the forest.
the page in a book is moved to the next
She read the last line and the page is turned.
wheels rotated on a vehicle or machine
The wheels turned as the car moved forward.
the wind direction has changed to another point
The wind has turned, and it's now blowing from the north.
success has made a person too proud or less sensible
Fame came quickly, and success has turned Maya's head.
face away from someone or something physically
Her back is turned to the door when he entered..
the past event is left behind
With the apology, the page has been turned.
the situation has changed direction or course
After the new policy, the tide has turned for the company.
the situation has changed significantly
After years of struggle, the wheel has turned for her.
person who changes from protector to exploiter
The whistleblower was a gamekeeper turned poacher.
person who now protects what they once harmed or exploited
He is a poacher turned gamekeeper in the company.
change in momentum during a conflict
The tide of battle turned in their favor.
the situation has changed or progressed
After years of struggle, the wheels have turned for her.
milk that has spoiled and become sour or curdled
The milk has turned and smells bad.
score that changes which team is winning
The goal turned the game in favor of the home team!
the situation changed to favor someone previously disadvantaged
After the last goal, the table turned in their favor.
situation is reversed, weaker side now has advantage
When evidence appeared, the tables are turned.
situation has reversed, former loser now has advantage
After months of losses, the tables have turned.
the situation changed in the opposite direction
After months of losses, the tide turned for our team.
the wheel rotated around its axis
The wheel turned smoothly as the car accelerated.
skillfully formed or phrased
She admired his well-turned phrases during the speech..
a person changes behavior after being passive
After years of silence, the worm has turned and he spoke up.
Origin of turned
Old English, turnian (to rotate) + -ed (suffix)
Terms with turned included in their meaning
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weather
turned into or covered with ice
direction change
turned to face or move in the opposite direction
orientation
turned inside out or upside down
technology
with sound turned off
appearance
having hair that has turned gray
hair
having turned grey because of getting older
electronics
have an electronic device turned on
physical state
with the inside surface turned outward
spoiled milk
milk that has turned sour naturally
technology
turned off or deactivated
status
not working because it is turned off or powered down
inverted position
turned upside down
technology
rounded handle turned to change a device setting or level
turned on
rendered active or functional
safety
something turned to for help or safety
change
turned or changed to the opposite state
restless
moved or turned about restlessly
changed direction
turned away from a path or course
movement
turned over or upside down
games
the first three cards turned face-up in poker
reversed position
turned upside down or inside out
conflict
disagreement turned into a physical fight
reversal
with the outer surface turned inward
reverse
turned from the outer side to the inner
Examples of turned in a sentence
We had to throw out the turned leftovers. The turned bowl was a masterpiece of craftsmanship. He admired the turned spindle on the antique staircase.
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- French:tourné, ...
- German:verdorben, gedrechselt, ...
- Italian:avariato, tornito, ...
- Spanish:estropeado, formado, ...
- Portuguese:estragado, torneado, ...
- Chinese:变质的, 车削的, ...
- Japanese:腐った, 旋盤加工された, ...
- Arabic:فاسِد, مَخْرُوط, ...
- Hebrew:מְקוּלְקָל, מוּחְרָט, ...
- Russian:испорченный, точёный, ...
- Ukrainian:зіпсований, точений, ...
- Hindi:खराब, घुमाकर बनाया हुआ, ...
Definition of turn - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
alter courseintr. change directionintr.
- He turned into the alley to avoid the crowd..
2.
positiontr. move something to face a different directiontr.
- He turned the chair to face the window.
3.
rotationintr. move around an axis or centerintr.
- The wheels turn smoothly on the road.
4.
readingtr./intr. navigate through a book or materialtr./intr.
- She turned the pages quickly.
5.
agetr. reach a certain agetr.
- She will turn eighteen next month.
6.
transformationintr. become a different state or conditionintr.
- The leaves turn red in autumn.
7.
supportintr. ask for help or adviceintr.
- He turned to his friend for advice.
8.
topictr./intr. change or cause to change in subjecttr./intr.
- The conversation turned to politics.
9.
healthtr. UK affect with nauseatr. UK
- The smell turned his stomach.
10.
crafttr. TECH. shape by rotating on a lathetr. TECH.
- He turned the wood into a beautiful bowl.
Noun
1.
navigationchange in direction or orientation
- He took a sharp turn to the left..
2.
sequenceopportunity or obligation to do something in sequence
- It's your turn to play the game..
3.
rotationmovement around an axis
- The dancer executed a graceful turn.
4.
leisureUK short walk or excursionUK
- Let's take a turn around the park.
5.
workperiod of work or duty
- He finished his turn at the factory.
6.
changeschange in temperament or circumstance
- Her mood took a sudden turn.
7.
performanceshort theatrical act or routine
- The comedian's turn was hilarious.
8.
musicTECH. musical figure around a noteTECH.
- The piece featured a complex turn.
Expressions with turn
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make a device or machine stop working
Please turn off the computer before leaving.
rotate 180 or 360 degrees
She asked him to turn around and face her.
reduce the volume or brightness of something
Please turn down the music, it's too loud.
cause a device or system to start operating by activating its controls
She turned on the radio to catch the morning news.
used to say someone is next to do something
It’s the turn of Maria to choose the movie.
increase the volume or intensity
Can you turn up the radio a bit?
stay in line until it is your turn
You need to wait your turn at the doctor's office.
complete change in direction or position
The car made a sudden 180-degree turn.
act of kindness or assistance
She did him a good turn by helping with his homework.
lack someone to seek help or support from
In tough times, she had no one to turn to.
one after another in succession
The players entered the field in turn.
acting at an inappropriate time
He apologized for acting out of turn during the event.
change direction or course
We need to take a turn at the next intersection.
wheels begin moving or rotating
The wheels turn as the car starts moving.
move restlessly in bed due to discomfort
I toss and turn all night when I'm stressed.
change direction at a corner
The car will turn a corner at the next street.
point a gun at someone or something
He decided to turn a gun on the intruder.
move to the next page of a book or document
He turned a page to continue reading the thrilling novel..
change from support to opposition
The citizens turned against the new policy.
direct one's gaze or attention from something
She had to turn away from the gruesome scene..
wish to return to a past moment
She wished she could turn back time to fix her mistake.
reject an offer or proposal presented to you
She decided to turn down the offer of a promotion.
change direction to head towards home
After the long day, we turned for home.
change color to green
The traffic light will turn green soon.
Origin of turn
Old English, turnian (to rotate)
Examples of turn in a sentence
The ship turned to avoid the iceberg. Please turn the mirror toward the door. She turned the map upside down to read it. The dancer can turn gracefully on one foot. Watch the windmill blades turn in the breeze. Turn to chapter six for the map.
He turned through the magazine while waiting. He will turn thirty next year. I can't believe she's going to turn ten already. The milk will turn sour if left out. He turned pale at the sight of the ghost. When the diagnosis was unclear, she turned to a specialist. You can turn to us for technical support. The debate turned suddenly to housing costs. She turned the discussion toward safety concerns. The rough boat ride turned her stomach. Thinking about the spoiled milk turns my stomach. She turned the metal on the lathe with precision. The artisan turned the clay into a vase. The road had a sudden turn near the bridge. She made a quick turn to avoid the obstacle. She waited patiently for her turn. It's finally my turn to speak. The gymnast's turn was perfectly timed. A sudden turn of the wheel saved them from the crash. We took a turn through the garden in the evening. She suggested a turn by the lake after lunch. Her turn at the cash register lasted four hours. It's my turn to work the night shift. The conversation took an unexpected turn. His life took a positive turn. A magician performed a brilliant turn between songs. Her juggling turn lasted only five minutes. The violinist executed the turn with precision. A quick turn added flair to the melody.
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- French:tourner, virage, ...
- German:abbiegen, Kurve, ...
- Italian:svoltare, svolta, ...
- Spanish:virar, vuelta, ...
- Portuguese:virar, curva, ...
- Chinese:转向, 转弯, ...
- Japanese:曲がる, 曲がり角, ...
- Arabic:انْعَطَفَ, مُنْعَطَف, ...
- Hebrew:לִפְנוֹת, פְּנִיָּה, ...
- Russian:повернуть, поворот, ...
- Ukrainian:повернути, поворот, ...
- Hindi:मुड़ना, मोड़, ...
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