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Turnout Definition & Meaning

turnout
noun
  1. the group that gathers together for a particular occasion; "a large turnout for the meeting"
  2. a part of a road that has been widened to allow cars to pass or park
  3. a short stretch of railroad track used to store rolling stock or enable trains on the same line to pass
  4. what is produced in a given time period
  5. a set of clothing (with accessories); "his getup was exceedingly elegant"
  6. attendance for a particular event or purpose (as to vote in an election); "the turnout for the rally"
  7. (ballet) the outward rotation of a dancer's leg from the hip

"Turnout" in song lyrics

See how turnout is used in real songs:

  • "Electrical burnout, we turnout"
    DJ Format f/ Jurassic 5 — We Know Something
  • "Manhattan's evilest mind, platinum turnout"
    MF Grimm f/ B-One — Emotions
  • "and worn out, that's why you never get a turnout"
    Tony D (a.k.a. Harvee Wallbangar) — E.F.F.E.C.T.

Words that rhyme with turnout

Usage tips for "turnout"

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Frequently asked questions

What does turnout mean?
the group that gathers together for a particular occasion; "a large turnout for the meeting" a part of a road that has been widened to allow cars to pass or park a short stretch of railroad track used to store rolling stock or enable trains on the same line to pass what is produced in a given time period a set of clothing (with accessories); "his getup was exceedingly elegant" attendance for a particular event or purpose (as to vote in an election)
What part of speech is turnout?
Turnout is a noun.
How many definitions does turnout have?
Turnout has 7 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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