turn
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/tɜrn/
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/tɜːn/
change direction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'turn' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'turnian,' where 'turn-' meant 'to rotate or revolve.'
Historical Evolution
'turnian' changed from the Old English word 'turnian' and eventually became the modern English word 'turn'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to rotate or revolve,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to change direction or position.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a change in direction or position.
Take a turn to the left at the next intersection.
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Verb 1
to move or cause to move in a circular direction wholly or partly around an axis or point.
She turned the doorknob slowly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35