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Meaning of TURNDOWN

Pronunciation:  'turn`dawn

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WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  the act of refusing an offer; "the turndown was polite but very firm"
 
 Synonyms: nonacceptance
 
 See Also: rejection

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Turn"down`\, a.
1. Capable of being turned down; specif. (Elec.),
   designating, or pertaining to, an incandescent lamp with a
   small additional filament which can be made incandescent
   when only a small amount of light is required.

2. Made to wear with the upper part turned down; as, a
   turndown collar.

 

 

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