'Turn-out' definitions:

Definition of 'Turn-out'

From: GCIDE
  • Turn-out \Turn"-out`\ (t[^u]rn"out`), n.; pl. Turn-outs (t[^u]rn"outs`).
  • 1. The act of coming forth; a leaving of houses, shops, etc.; esp., a quitting of employment for the purpose of forcing increase of wages; a strike; -- opposed to lockout. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. A short side track on a railroad, which may be occupied by one train while another is passing on a main track; a shunt; a siding; a switch. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. That which is prominently brought forward or exhibited; hence, an equipage; as, a man with a showy carriage and horses is said to have a fine turn-out. [1913 Webster]
  • 4. The aggregate number of persons who have come out, as from their houses, for a special purpose; the number in attendance at a gathering; as, a light turnout for the election. [1913 Webster +PJC]
  • 5. Net quantity of produce yielded. [1913 Webster]
  • 6. A space alongside a highway where vehicles may stop, esp. for emergency purposes, or to admire the view. [PJC]

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