turner

[ˈtɜːnə(r)]

turner Definition

  • 1a person who turns wood, metal, or other materials on a lathe
  • 2a person who operates a lathe
  • 3a person or thing that turns something over

Using turner: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "turner" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He is a skilled turner and can make beautiful wooden bowls.

  • Example

    The turner used the lathe to shape the metal into a perfect cylinder.

  • Example

    The chef used a turner to flip the pancakes over.

turner Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for turner

Phrases with turner

  • page-turner

    a book or other publication that is so engaging or suspenseful that it is difficult to put down

    Example

    That novel was a real page-turner; I read it in one sitting.

  • U-turn

    a turn made by a vehicle in the shape of a U, resulting in a reversal of direction

    Example

    The driver realized he was going the wrong way and made a U-turn to get back on track.

  • about-turn

    a sudden and complete change of opinion, position, or direction

    Example

    The company did an about-turn on its decision to outsource jobs overseas.

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Summary: turner in Brief

A 'turner' [ˈtɜːnə(r)] is a person who turns wood, metal, or other materials on a lathe, or operates a lathe. It can also refer to a person or thing that turns something over. Examples include 'He is a skilled turner and can make beautiful wooden bowls.' and 'The chef used a turner to flip the pancakes over.' Phrases like 'page-turner,' 'U-turn,' and 'about-turn' are also associated with the term.

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