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turn

英[tɜːn] 美[tɝn]
  • vt. 转动,使旋转;转弯;翻过来;兑换
  • vi. 转向;转变;转动
  • n. 转弯;变化
  • n. (Turn)人名;(德、匈)图恩

英英释意


1. a circular segment of a curve;
"a bend in the road"
"a crook in the path"
2. the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course;
"he took a turn to the right"
3. the activity of doing something in an agreed succession;
"it is my turn"
"it is still my play"
4. an unforeseen development;
"events suddenly took an awkward turn"
5. a movement in a new direction;
"the turning of the wind"
6. turning away or in the opposite direction;
"he made an abrupt turn away from her"
7. turning or twisting around (in place);
"with a quick twist of his head he surveyed the room"
8. a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else);
"it's my go"
"a spell of work"
9. (sports) a period of play during which one team is on the offensive
10. a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program;
"he did his act three times every evening"
"she had a catchy little routine"
"it was one of the best numbers he ever did"
11. a favor for someone;
"he did me a good turn"
12. taking a short walk out and back;
"we took a turn in the park"