Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
turne
noun
/tɜrn/
Definition
A turne refers to a contest or tournament, often historical in context, where knights would engage in jousting and other martial demonstrations.
Examples
- The knights prepared for the annual turne, sharpening their lances and armor.
- She won the local turne for best archery skills.
- During the medieval festival, a turne was held to entertain the townsfolk.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it can imply any competitive event where participants aim to showcase their skills.
Synonyms
- tournament
- contest
- competition