turning

/ˈtɜrnɪŋ/
adjective
  1. That rotates or moves around a central point.
    • A turning wheel must be properly lubricated.
    • The turning blades of the windmill generated electricity.
    • The turning gears made a soft humming sound.
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noun
  1. A place where a road, path, or river changes direction; a bend or curve.
    • Take the next turning on the left after the bridge.
    • The river makes a sharp turning near the old mill.
    • We missed the turning and had to go back.
  2. The act or process of moving around a central point or changing direction.
    • He practiced the turning of the wheel during his driving lesson.
    • The dancer's graceful turning impressed the audience.
    • The turning of the Earth causes day and night.
  3. A change in direction, condition, or trend.
    • Her career took a positive turning after she got the promotion.
    • The weather took a sudden turning for the worse.
    • The story had an unexpected turning at the end.
  4. Shaping wood or metal on a lathe.
    • Turning wood into furniture legs requires a steady hand.
    • He took a class in metal turning at the technical college.
    • The artisan specializes in turning decorative bowls.
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