turning (EN)

noun

noun “turning”

1. the action of moving (something) in a circular direction around a central point
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   She practiced her turning technique in ballet class until she could spin gracefully without getting dizzy.
2. the process of creating a shaped object by cutting material while it spins on a machine
   The carpenter demonstrated his skill at turning by producing a beautifully crafted wooden bowl.
3. (Britain) A place where one can change direction, often referring to a side road or street
   After missing the correct turning, we had to circle back to find the road leading to the village.
4. in field hockey, an illegal move where a player blocks an opponent from the ball by positioning their body in the way while trying to hit the ball
   The referee blew the whistle to signal a turning foul when the player obstructed his opponent from reaching the ball.