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turnaround

Pronunciation: /ˈtəːnəraʊnd/
(also turnround)
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Definition of turnaround

noun

  • 1an abrupt or unexpected change, especially one that results in a more favourable situation:it was a remarkable turnaround in his fortunes
  • 2the process of completing or the time needed to complete a task, especially one involving receiving something, processing it, and sending it out again:a seven-day turnaround
  • the process of or time taken for unloading and reloading a ship, aircraft, or vehicle: short hops with quick turnarounds and limited in-flight service
  • 3North American a space for vehicles to turn round in, especially one at the end of a driveway.

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