the group that gathers together for a particular occasion; "a large turnout for the meeting"
Used in a Sentence
turnout
How to use turnout in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for turnout.
Editorial note
You have to, at some point, wonder whether the format of the events has something to do with the low turnout of women. But yeah, let's focus on the stereotypes.
Examples2
Definitions7
Parts of speech1
Quick take
the group that gathers together for a particular occasion; "a large turnout for the meeting"
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of turnout gathered in one view.
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
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for turnout.
noun
the group that gathers together for a particular occasion; "a large turnout for the meeting"
noun
a part of a road that has been widened to allow cars to pass or park
See also: widening
noun
a short stretch of railroad track used to store rolling stock or enable trains on the same line to pass
noun
what is produced in a given time period
noun
a set of clothing (with accessories); "his getup was exceedingly elegant"
noun
attendance for a particular event or purpose (as to vote in an election); "the turnout for the rally"
noun
(ballet) the outward rotation of a dancer's leg from the hip
Example sentences
You have to, at some point, wonder whether the format of the events has something to do with the low turnout of women. But yeah, let's focus on the stereotypes.
So his only chance is to maximize turnout from crazy, evangelical, right-wing loonies of the type rarely seen outside flyover country. If he somehow wins the nomination, expect him to quietly forget half of these crazy promises.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use turnout in a sentence?
You have to, at some point, wonder whether the format of the events has something to do with the low turnout of women. But yeah, let's focus on the stereotypes.
What does turnout mean?
the group that gathers together for a particular occasion; "a large turnout for the meeting"
What part of speech is turnout?
turnout is commonly used as noun.