Meaning of the word "turn round" in English

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

turn round

US /tɜrn raʊnd/
UK /tɜːn raʊnd/

Phrasal Verb

1.

to change direction and face the other way

Example:
He decided to turn round and go back home.
The car couldn't turn round in the narrow street.
2.

to change a situation from bad to good

Example:
The new manager managed to turn round the failing company.
We need to turn round our sales figures this quarter.