turntable

noun

turn·​ta·​ble ˈtərn-ˌtā-bəl How to pronounce turntable (audio)
: a revolvable platform: such as
a
: a rotating platform that carries a phonograph record
b
: a platform with a track for turning wheeled vehicles (such as locomotives)

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To address the trend towards more compact and convenient audio, brands are producing active loudspeakers with everything built in for streaming from music services but still with the connections for adding TV sound or a vinyl turntable. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025 Set-up: Our testers assessed how quickly and easily each turntable was assembled. L.a. Hubilla, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024 Travelers staying in select signature suites will find a turntable with vinyl records and Dyson hair dryers in their rooms. Julianna Bragg, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024 Extra perks included a pair of Air Jordan sneakers for each guest, a chance to rummage through a closet filled with stylish outfits, and turntables to channel your inner DJ Jazzy Jeff. Claudia Williams, Architectural Digest, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for turntable 

Word History

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of turntable was in 1804

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“Turntable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turntable. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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turntable

noun
turn·​ta·​ble -ˌtā-bəl How to pronounce turntable (audio)
1
: a platform that can be turned around
2
: a round flat plate that turns a phonograph record

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