Changeover Meaning
/tʃˈeɪˌndʒoʊvər/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA conversion or transition from one thing to another.
Sentence Examples
I've got 45 minutes to make the changeover at the next airport.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
During the factory's annual ____, old machines are replaced with newer models.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ to a new system will take place over the upcoming weekend.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English change overdeverb. English changeover Deverbal from change over.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"The train runs slowly with frequent slacks for bridge and culvert repairs. At one point occurs the changeover from left- to right-hand running."
— 1949 September and October, “The "Nord Express"”, in Railway Magazine, page 336:
"Changeover from diesel to electric power can take place at any time while the locomotive is running and does not involve stopping the train."
— 1962 April, “The design of the S.R. electro-diesels”, in Modern Railways, page 393:
"The changeover from dank, winding alleys to the openness, light and tranquility of the garden is utterly unexpected"
— 1999, Rob Aben, Saskia de Wit, The Enclosed Garden:
"The hotel receptionist added that the message came late last night. Unfortunately it had got mislaid with the changeover from the night manager."
— 2004, Stewart Dalby, The Friends of Rathlin Island:
"The station is blessed with a cafe and staff accommodation, as it's an important crew changeover point, although this can be problematic when services are late."
— 2022 November 30, Paul Bigland, “Destination Oban: a Sunday in Scotland”, in RAIL, number 971, page 79:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
During the factory's annual ____, old machines are replaced with newer models.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ to a new system will take place over the upcoming weekend.