Turnkey Definition

tûrnkē
turn-key, turnkeys
noun
turnkeys
A person in charge of the keys of a prison; warder; jailer.
Webster's New World
adjective
That is purchased, installed, etc. completely ready for use or operation.
A turnkey housing project, turnkey computer system.
Webster's New World
Of or relating to something supplied, installed, or purchased in this manner.
A turnkey agreement.
American Heritage
Of or having to do with a business, installation, or system so ready.
A turnkey construction contractor.
Webster's New World
verb

To supply a turnkey product; to supply something fully assembled and ready to use.

We can sell you all the parts, or we can turnkey the entire unit.
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Noun

Singular:
turnkey
Plural:
turnkeys

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