transition

US /trænˈzɪʃən, -ˈsɪʃ-/

UK /trænˈzɪʃn/

B1

noun

  • Change from one state, movement, place to another

verb

  • To change state, movement, place, or subject

Examples

The negotiators hoped to effect a smooth transition to an interim administration.

Her transition from girl to woman was complete.