turning point

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A decisive point at which a significant change or historical event occurs, or at which a decision must be made.
  2. A maximum or minimum on a graph.
  3. A crossroads.
  4. A T-junction.
  5. A place at which one changes their direction of travel.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

turning point turning points

Related words

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