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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The new store will also greatly expand the selection of artist and band merchandise and audio equipment like turntables and speakers, as well as new and used vinyl and CDs. Jem Aswad, Variety, 27 Jan. 2025 Korg is also offering a limited edition version of this turntable called the Tube J as part of a collaboration with a Japanese company called JICO. Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 21 Jan. 2025 Pure Fidelity Record Turntable For your audiophiles, this turntable will really up their game. Kelly Wearstler, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024 Behind the turntables, the veteran music aficionado effortlessly blended decades of Hip-Hop, R&B, funk, electronic, and other genres, keeping guests on their feet. Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 25 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for turntable

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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 3 Mar. 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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