Meaning of the word "turn over" in English

What does "turn over" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

turn over

US /tɜːrn ˈoʊvər/

UK /tɜːn ˈəʊ.vər/

to change position so that the other side is facing toward the outside or top

Example:

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Please turn over the page and continue reading.

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The car turned over after hitting the barrier.

Synonym:

flip invert overturn topple

to give control or responsibility of something to someone else

Example:

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The company will turn over its operations to the new management.

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The police asked him to turn over the evidence.

Synonym:

hand over transfer cede relinquish

to start an engine by turning it over

Example:

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The engine wouldn't turn over in the cold weather.

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He tried to turn over the old lawnmower, but it just sputtered.

Synonym:

start crank fire up