changeover

noun

change·​over ˈchānj-ˌō-vər How to pronounce changeover (audio)
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: a pause in a tennis match during which the players change sides of the court

Examples of changeover in a Sentence

Were there any problems during the changeover from the franc to the euro? the region's changeover from an agricultural economy to one based on manufacturing
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Now, with a changeover in federal health leadership imminent as President Donald Trump begins his second term, the decision rests with the new administration. Emily Mullin, WIRED, 22 Jan. 2025 Sinner had visibly shaken at the side of the court during one changeover. Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025 The changeover between the Dolphins, the Hurricanes and even the Orange Bowl comes standard in the industry, mainly featuring décor switches, field logo changes and building clean up. Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 But there was a product changeover and an inventory surge, not a lack of attention. Jim Cramer, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for changeover

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of changeover was in 1892

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“Changeover.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/changeover. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.

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changeover

noun
change·​over ˈchān-ˌjō-vər How to pronounce changeover (audio)
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