changeover

plural changeovers · alternative change-over

1. A conversion or transition from one thing to another.

   The changeover from dank, winding alleys to the openness, light and tranquility of the garden is utterly unexpected

   1999, Rob Aben, Saskia de Wit, The Enclosed Garden

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   The train runs slowly with frequent slacks for bridge and culvert repairs. At one point occurs the changeover from left- to right-hand running.

   1949 September and October, “The "Nord Express"”, in Railway Magazine, page 336

   Changeover from diesel to electric power can take place at any time while the locomotive is running and does not involve stopping the train.

   1962 April, “The design of the S.R. electro-diesels”, in Modern Railways, page 393

   The hotel receptionist added that the message came late last night. Unfortunately it had got mislaid with the changeover from the night manager.

   2004, Stewart Dalby, The Friends of Rathlin Island

   The station is blessed with a cafe and staff accommodation, as it's an important crew changeover point, although this can be problematic when services are late.

   2022 November 30, Paul Bigland, “Destination Oban: a Sunday in Scotland”, in RAIL, number 971, page 79