changeover

[cheynj-oh-ver]

noun

1. a conversion or complete change from one thing, condition, or system to another, as in equipment, personnel, methods of production, etc..

   a changeover to automated equipment.

changeover

/ ˈtʃeɪndʒˌəʊvə /

noun

1. an alteration or complete reversal from one method, system, or product to another

   a changeover to decimal currency

2. a reversal of a situation, attitude, etc

3. sport

   1. the act of transferring to or being relieved by a team-mate in a relay race, as by handing over a baton, etc

   2. Also called: change.  takeover. the point in a relay race at which the transfer is made

4. sport the exchange of ends by two teams, esp at half time

verb

1. to adopt (a completely different position or attitude)

   the driver and navigator changed over after four hours

2. (intr) sport (of two teams) to exchange ends of a playing field, etc, as after half time

Word History and Origins

Origin of changeover¹

First recorded in 1905–10; noun use of verb phrase change over

Example Sentences

He sat with ice on his head at the first changeover after going a double break down, and called for the trainer after losing another two games.

From BBC

Players were given ice packs, cold towels and plenty of water to help regulate their temperature during changeovers.

From BBC

At the first changeover she looked anxiously towards her team of Jane O'Donoghue and Tom Welsh, who were providing support with main coach Mark Petchey having work commitments in his other role as a commentator.

From BBC

The present battle is over robot automation and the risks of job losses in those changeovers.

From Los Angeles Times

The Team Relay consists of five legs, of varying distance, with changeover points across the route.

From BBC

Related Words

• transition