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Vocabulary Entry
turin
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A city in northern Italy known for its architecture, museums, and automotive industry.
Example Sentences
"Turin is famous for its beautiful baroque architecture."
"The 2006 Winter Olympics were hosted in Turin."
"Many tourists visit Turin to see the famous Shroud of Turin."
V
verb
To turin (used less commonly), meaning to turn or rotate something; typically not in standard modern English usage.
Example Sentences
"He turined the mechanics to see how they worked."
"The pilot turined the aircraft before landing."
"You need to turin the knob to adjust the settings."
A
adjective
Relating to or characteristic of the city of Turin.
Example Sentences
"The turin cuisine is known for its rich flavors."
"She bought turin chocolates as souvenirs."
"His turin accent was noticeable when he spoke Italian."