turnkey

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adjective

turn·​key ˈtərn-ˌkē How to pronounce turnkey (audio)
: built, supplied, or installed complete and ready to operate
a turnkey nuclear plant
a turnkey computer system
also : of or relating to a turnkey building or installation
a turnkey contract
turnkey vendors

turnkey

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noun

plural turnkeys
: one who has charge of a prison's keys

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Adjective
Buzz photos here, the Trail is a turnkey camper van that comes with Tonke's Buzz camping module. New Atlas, 4 Dec. 2024 The turnkey property, revamped by the designer to showcase his singular style and taste, comes completely furnished, down to the artwork and decorative objects. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2024
Noun
The analyst also pointed toward OSI’s turnkey segment as a potential opportunity as countries sending goods into the U.S. look to safeguard their cargo. Brian Evans, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024 The custom hillside homesites will range from half an acre to over an acre with either ocean, island, golf course, or mountain views, while the turnkey villas will be delivered fully furnished with three bedrooms across approximately 4,500 square feet. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for turnkey 

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1860, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1622, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of turnkey was in 1622

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“Turnkey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turnkey. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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