English · Common Verbs

turn around

/tɜːrn əˈraʊnd/

[/tɜːrn əˈraʊnd/]

face the other way

Beginnerverb

Definition

To move so that you face the opposite direction. It can also mean to improve a bad situation.

Example

Turn around and look at the camera.

Turn around and look at the camera.

Etymology

From 'turn' plus 'around', describing rotation to face the reverse direction.

How & Where It’s Used

Everyday verb for changing the direction you face.

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