TURNABOUT


Meaning of TURNABOUT in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun

( -s )

Etymology: turn (I) about

1.

a. : an act or instance of turning about : a change or reversal of direction

boat capable of a quick turnabout

or trend

sharp turnabout in farm prices

or policy or of relative position or role

turnabout humor of husbands who bake cookies and send them to wives — Walter Karig

b. : a changing from one side or allegiance to another

turnabout witness

c. : turncoat , renegade

2.

a. obsolete : turnstile

b. : merry-go-round

3. : a reversible garment

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