Meaning of the word "turn in" in English

What does "turn in" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

turn in

US /tɜːrn ɪn/

UK /tɜːrn ɪn/

to go to bed

Example:

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It's getting late, I think I'll turn in.

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He usually turns in around 10 PM.

Synonym:

go to bed retire hit the hay hit the sack

to hand over or submit something, especially to an authority

Example:

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Please turn in your assignments by Friday.

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The suspect decided to turn himself in to the police.

Synonym:

submit hand in give in surrender

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