Definition of in turn In turn

We found 6 definitions of in turn from 3 different sources.

What does in turn mean?

Adverb
in turn - in proper order or sequence; "talked to each child in turn"; "the stable became in turn a chapel and then a movie theater"
		successively

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in turn (Adverb)
One after the other; one at a time; in succession; successively.
in turn (Adverb)
In due order; in proper sequence; in a determined or measured sequence, as a waiting line or queue.
in turn (Adverb)
In response; in return.
in turn (Adverb)
Having a relationship sequentially comparable to one just mentioned; accordingly or similarly, with respect to sequence, precedence, or hierarchy. Kibbitzer 51, “In turn”.

in turn in sign language