turnover

/ˈtɜrnˌoʊvər/
noun
  1. The rate at which employees leave a company and are replaced.
    • The company has a high turnover because of poor working conditions.
    • Low employee turnover is a sign of a healthy workplace.
    • We need to reduce turnover by offering better benefits.
  2. The total amount of money a business earns from sales over a period of time.
    • The company reported a turnover of $5 million last quarter.
    • The store's annual turnover increased by 20% this year.
    • Small businesses often have a lower turnover than large corporations.
  3. A small pastry filled with fruit or other filling, often folded into a half-moon shape.
    • She bought an apple turnover from the bakery for breakfast.
    • The cherry turnover was warm and delicious.
    • He baked a batch of turnovers for the party.
  4. The act of losing possession of the ball to the opposing team in sports.
    • A turnover in the final minute cost them the championship.
    • The team lost the game because of too many turnovers.
    • The coach emphasized the importance of avoiding turnovers.
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