U-turn Definition

yo͝otûrn
noun
A turn made so as to head in the opposite direction.
Webster's New World
Figuratively, a reversal of opinion, strategy, etc.
Webster's New World

Alternative capitalization of U-turn.

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Other Word Forms of U-turn

Noun

Singular:
U-turn
Plural:
u-turns

Origin of U-turn

  • U + turn, from the similarity to the shape of the letter U.

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U-turn Sentence Examples

  • The car had quickly made a U-turn and followed Fred, not taking care to disguise its actions.

  • Skateboard and U-turn - Watch the Zhu Zhu Pet do some moves in its U-turn skateboard park.

  • Police initially pulled Rourke over after making a U-turn at a red light, then driving erratically.

  • He immediately turned on his lights and made a quick U turn.

  • He looked confused, but did my bidding as Paul made a quick U-turn and followed after the speeding vehicle.

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