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Definition return in British English

return noun

noun
/rɪˈtɜː(r)n/
1

a situation in which you go back to a place or come back from a place

Example

Harry had met Olivia shortly after his return from India.

Example

Back at the hotel, John was packing for his return to London.

Example

On her return to England, she published an account of her travels.

Synonyms and related words
return get back go back
2

a situation in which you go back to a previous activity or condition

Example

the country's return to democratic rule

Synonyms and related words
return repetition repetitive
2.1

the start of a feeling or situation again

Example

After a long winter, they eagerly awaited the return of spring.

Synonyms and related words
beginning start introduction
3

the action of putting, sending, or taking something back to the place where it came from

Example

No returns are allowed on sale merchandise.

Example

Your deposit will be refunded upon return of the bicycle.

Synonyms and related words
return get back go back
4

a profit on money that you have invested

Example

We were able to get a return of 10% on our investment.

Example

This represents a likely return on capital of over 20% in the first year.

Synonyms and related words
annuity arbitrage blue chip
5

a ticket that takes you to a place and back again

Example

I'd like two returns to Glasgow, please.

Synonyms and related words
Apex boarding card boarding pass
5.1

a ticket for an event that you give back because you no longer want it, so that it can be sold to someone else

Example

We could queue for returns on the day of the concert.

Synonyms and related words
ticket stub single
6

the results of an election

Example

Early returns show that the Labour Party is in the lead.

Synonyms and related words
ballot rigging by-election campaign
7

an official form that you must fill out, especially one involving taxes

Example

VAT/census returns

Synonyms and related words
1099 after tax allowance
Example

Press 'Return' if you wish to proceed.

Synonyms and related words
Alt key arrow key backspace
9

the action of hitting a ball back to an opponent in a game such as tennis

Example

Williams hit a wonderful return.

Synonyms and related words
backhand backhander ball
Definition return in British English