changeover

noun

change·​over ˈchānj-ˌō-vər 

1

: conversion, transition

2

: a pause in a tennis match during which the players change sides of the court

Synonyms of changeover

• transformation
• conversion
• transition

Examples of changeover in a Sentence

Were there any problems during the changeover from the franc to the euro?

the region's changeover from an agricultural economy to one based on manufacturing

Recent Examples on the Web

Had to make several changeovers while waiting for the funeral home to come pick him up. — Chris Stanton, Vulture, 3 Aug. 2026

Carlos Alcaraz had it during a changeover at the Barcelona Open in April, on a court named for another Spanish great, Rafael Nadal. — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 30 July 2026

Further information on the particulars of the changeover will be made available in the coming months. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 29 July 2026

Zverev, who won the French Open and is seeking back-to-back Grand Slam titles, uses an insulin pen when needed to jab the top of his thigh during changeovers on court. — ABC News, 11 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for changeover

• carryover
• crossover
• cutover
• flashover
• hangover
• holdover
• layover
• leftover
• makeover
• moreover
• passover
• pullover

Kids Definition

changeover

noun

change·​over ˈchān-ˌjō-vər 

: transition entry 1 sense 1