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Definition of turnup

turnup

/ˈtɝːnˌʌp/
turn · up
Plural:turnups
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turnup Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

British The bottom edge of a trouser leg folded upward on the outside to form a cuff.

Example

"The tailor asked whether he preferred plain hems or traditional turnups on his new suit trousers."

2

An unexpected event, discovery, or sudden change in circumstances (especially in the phrase "a turnup for the books").

Example

"Winning the championship in their inaugural season was quite a turnup for the underdog team."

3

A playing card turned face upward on the table during a game.

Example

"The dealer flipped the top card of the deck, and the turnup determined the trump suit for the round."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The noun "turnup" (or "turn-up") must be distinguished from the two-word phrasal verb "turn up" (meaning to arrive, appear, or increase volume) and should not be confused with its homophone "turnip" (the root vegetable).

• Nearby Words

turnstile
turnstone
turntable
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turpentine
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Turnup. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/turnup
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