turning

noun

turn·​ing ˈtər-niŋ 

1

: the act or course of one that turns

2

: a place of a change in direction

3

a

: a forming by use of a lathe

broadly : turnery

b

turnings plural : waste produced in turning

Examples of turning in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After hours of studying, plus spending thousands in application fees, there was no turning back. —Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2024

How the district responds to the civil rights complaints and any subsequent resolution agreement could signal a turning tide, for better or worse, especially during this election season. —Stephanie Drenka, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing turning

• turning point
• wood turning