Definitions for transition
trænˈzɪʃ ən, -ˈsɪʃ-tran·si·tion

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. passage, transitionnoun

   the act of passing from one state or place to the next

2. conversion, transition, changeovernoun

   an event that results in a transformation

3. transitionnoun

   a change from one place or state or subject or stage to another

4. transition, modulationnoun

   a musical passage moving from one key to another

5. transitionverb

   a passage that connects a topic to one that follows

6. transitionverb

   cause to convert or undergo a transition

   "the company had to transition the old practices to modern technology"

7. transitionverb

   make or undergo a transition (from one state or system to another)

   "The airline transitioned to more fuel-efficient jets"; "The adagio transitioned into an allegro"

WiktionaryRate this definition:3.4 / 5 votes

1. transitionnoun

   The process of change from one form, state, style or place to another.

2. transitionnoun

   A word or phrase connecting one part of a discourse to another.

3. transitionnoun

   A brief modulation; a passage connecting two themes.

4. transitionnoun

   A point mutation in which one base is replaced by another of the same class (purine or pyrimidine); compare transversion.

5. transitionnoun

   A change from defense to attack, or attack to defense.

6. transitionnoun

   The onset of the final stage of childbirth.

7. transitionnoun

   A change between forward and backward motion without stopping.

8. transitionnoun

   The process or act of changing from one gender role to another, or of bringing one's outward appearance in line with one's internal gender identity.

9. transitionverb

   To make a transition.

10. transitionverb

    To change from one gender role to another, or bring one's outward appearance in line with one's internal gender identity.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Transitionnoun

   Etymology: transitio, Latin.

   1. Removal; passage.

   Heat and cold have a virtual transition without communication of substance, but moisture not. Francis Bacon, Nat. Hist.

   As for the mutation of sexes, and transition into one another, we cannot deny it in hares, it being observable in man. Thomas Browne, Vulgar Errours, b. iii.

   I have given some intimations of the changes which happen in the interior parts of the earth, I mean the transitions and removes of metals and minerals there. John Woodward.

   2. Change.

   The spots are of the same colour throughout, there being an immediate transition from white to black, and not declining gradually, and mixing as they approach. John Woodward.

   You can scarce imagine any hero passing from one stage of life to another with so easy a transition, and so laudable a behaviour. Alexander Pope.

   As once inclos’d in woman’s beauteous mould;
   Thence, by a soft transition we repair,
   From earthly vehicles to these of air. Alexander Pope.

   3. [ Transition, Fr.]Passage in writing or conversation from one subject to another.

   Then with transition sweet new speech resumes. John Milton.

   Covetousness was none of his faults, but described as a veil over the true meaning of the poet, which was to satyrize his prodigality and voluptuousness, to which he makes a transition. Dryden.

ChatGPTRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. transition

   Transition refers to the process or period of changing from one state, condition, or situation to another. It can involve physical change, emotional change, or status change and usually represents growth, development, or movement. It's often marked by a transformation or a shift which can be gradual or sudden.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Transitionnoun

   passage from one place or state to another; charge; as, the transition of the weather from hot to cold

2. Transitionnoun

   a direct or indirect passing from one key to another; a modulation

3. Transitionnoun

   a passing from one subject to another

4. Transitionnoun

   change from one form to another

WikidataRate this definition:1.0 / 1 vote

1. Transition

   Transition is an album of music by jazz saxophonist John Coltrane, recorded in 1965 but released posthumously only in 1970. As its title indicates, Transition was a bridge between classic quartet recordings like A Love Supreme and the more experimental works of Coltrane's last years. For some reason, Impulse! decided to alter the track listing of the original album on the CD edition, removing "Dear Lord" and replacing it with two pieces originally released on Kulu Sé Mama, both recorded on June 10: "Welcome" and "Vigil". However, the 2001 Japanese edition restored the original track listing. Coltrane's playing alternates between blues idioms and the free jazz that would dominate his final work. Of the four musicians on this album, pianist McCoy Tyner was still the most grounded in traditional jazz. Bassist Jimmy Garrison and drummer Elvin Jones were finding new ways to approach their instruments, while Coltrane took the lead with a newfound musical freedom. Transition's title track is a fifteen-minute modified blues, whilst "Dear Lord" is a ballad featuring Roy Haynes substituting for Jones on drums. "Welcome," which replaces "Dear Lord" on the album's compact disc release, is a five-minute ballad with a theme pitched high in the tenor saxophone's altissimo register and making extensive use of multiphonics. The closing "Suite" is a twenty-minute performance, covering a variety of moods. Ultimately, "Vigil", which concludes the CD release of the album, is a fiery duet between Coltrane and Jones.

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. transition

   To change and evolve from a current form to a new and improved form.

   The government transition is systematic and easy.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on March 4, 2020  

Matched Categories

1. • Change
   • Change Of State
   • Convert
   • Passage
   • Switch
   • Transformation

British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'transition' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #3909

2. Nouns Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'transition' in Nouns Frequency: #1489

How to pronounce transition?

1. Alex

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   Libby

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   Mia

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   Karen

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   Zira

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   Oliver

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   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of transition in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of transition in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of transition in a Sentence

1. Hank Azaria:

   I really want to see Indian, South Asian writer, writers in the room, not in a token way but genuinely informing whatever new direction Hank Azaria may take, including how it is voiced or not voiced, i'm perfectly willing and happy to step aside or help transition it into something new. I really hope that's what' The Simpsons' does and it not only makes sense, but it just feels like the right thing to do to me.

2. Ned Price:

   There has been no substantial progress since transition officials spoke to the intransigence of the Department's political leadership late last week, as we said then, The Department is more pivotal to our national security than the Department of Defense, and an unwillingness to work together could have consequences well beyond January 20.

3. Guard Russell Westbrook:

   They just played more aggressive and made some shots, we didn't make much. In transition they got some easy buckets.

4. Karen Goracke:

   People feel like they got to know Warren and Charlie personally, they feel very connected because they've had years to build that up. I expect there will be some transition. That's just human nature.

5. Jim Hood:

   Looks like Tate Reeves will be Tate Reeves, I just called Tate Reeves and congratulate Tate Reeves on a good race, i'll be praying for Tate Reeves and Tate Reeves administration and I intend to work with them in the transition.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=transition
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Transition
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=transition
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transition
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=transition