All Definitions for Turns
Below are all the dictionary definitions of turns:
1To make a non-linear physical movement.
2To move about an axis through itself.
3To change the direction or orientation of, especially by rotation.
4To change one's direction of travel.
5To shape (something) symmetrically by rotating it against a stationary cutting tool, as on a lathe.
6To give form to
7To shape or mould
8To adapt.
9To direct or impel (something) into a place.
10To position (something) by folding it, or using its folds.
11To navigate through a book or other printed material.
12To twist or sprain.
13Of a bowler, to make (the ball) move sideways off the pitch when it bounces.
14Of a ball, to move sideways off the pitch when it bounces.
15To change condition or attitude.
16To become (often used with colors, clear sudden changes, weather and ages).
17To change the color of the leaves in the autumn.
18To change fundamentally
19To metamorphose.
20To sour or spoil
21To go bad.
22To make acid or sour
23To ferment
24To curdle.
25To change (a person) into a vampire, werewolf, zombie, etc.
26To transform into a vampire, werewolf, zombie, etc.
27To change the sexual orientation or gender of another person, or otherwise awaken a sexual preference.
28To hinge
29To depend.
30To rebel
31To go against something formerly tolerated.
32To change personal condition.
33To change personalities, such as from being a face (good guy) to heel (bad guy) or vice versa.
34To make or become giddy
35Said of the head or brain.
36To sicken
37To nauseate.
38To be nauseated
39Said of the stomach.
40To change one's course of action
41To take a new approach.
42To complete.
43To make (money)
44Turn a profit.
45Of a player, to go past an opposition player with the ball in one's control.
46To undergo the process of turning on a lathe.
47To bring down the feet of a child in the womb, in order to facilitate delivery.
48To invert a type of the same thickness, as a temporary substitute for any sort which is exhausted.
49To magically or divinely repel undead.
50A change of direction or orientation.
51A movement of an object about its own axis in one direction that continues until the object returns to its initial orientation.
52A unit of plane angle measurement based on this movement.
53A walk to and fro.
54A chance to use (something) shared in sequence with others.
55A spell of work, especially the time allotted to a person in a rota or schedule.
56One's chance to make a move in a game having two or more players.
57A figure in music, often denoted ~, consisting of the note above the one indicated, the note itself, the note below the one indicated, and the note itself again.
58The time required to complete a project.
59A fit or a period of giddiness.
60A change in temperament or circumstance.
61A sideways movement of the ball when it bounces (caused by rotation in flight).
62The fourth communal card in Texas hold 'em.
63A deed done to another
64An act of kindness or malice.
65A single loop of a coil.
66A pass behind or through an object.
67Character
68Personality
69Ature.
70An instance of going past an opposition player with the ball in one's control.
71A short skit, act, or routine.
72A type turned upside down to serve for another character that is not available.
73To translate.
74The flop (the first three community cards) in Texas hold 'em.
75The profit made by a stockjobber, being the difference between the buying and selling prices.
About synonyms for turns
Finding the right synonym for turns helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "To make a non-linear physical movement.", turns has 0 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for turns, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.