English · Work & Business
turnaround
/ˈtɜːr.nəˌraʊnd/
[/ˈtɜːr.nəˌraʊnd/]
recovery or completion time
Advancednoun
Definition
The time taken to complete a task, or a dramatic recovery in a business's fortunes.
Example
Fast turnaround on repairs kept customers loyal even when competitors charged less.
Fast turnaround on repairs kept customers loyal even when competitors charged less.
Etymology
From the act of turning around; both 'completion time' and 'recovery' senses exist.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in operations, services, and corporate recovery.