zero-turn UK /ˈzɪə̯.əʊ̯ˌtɜːn/US /ˈzɪɹ.oʊ̯ˌtɜɹn/adjective 1noun 1forms 1 adjective1 •Designed to be able to pivot on the spot, instead of having a wide turning radius. noun1 •A zero-turn mower: a ride-on lawnmower designed so that it can pivot on the spot, instead of having a wide turning radius.Commercial lawn care businesses often prefer zero-turns because of their maneuverability and speed. formszero-turns