To turn
Example: She turns the key to open door
Definition
"To turn" means to rotate or cause something to rotate around an axis or point, often changing its direction or position. It can also mean to change direction or focus, such as when someone turns a key to open a door.
Etymology
The verb "to turn" originates from the Old English word "turnian," which comes from the Latin "tornare," meaning 'to turn on a lathe.' Did you know that the Latin root is related to the Greek word 'tornos,' referring to a lathe or a tool used for shaping wood or metal by rotating it?
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"To turn" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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