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 2,870-square-foot Sid Mashburn men’s store has a more masculine feel, with whale-gray custom millwork, a ping-pong table, vinyl records and a turntable. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 3 Nov. 2024 This convenient turntable allows everyone to easily serve themselves, featuring non-slip silicone trays that are heat resistant for direct oven-to-table serving. Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2024 Gift your favorite audiophile a smoother listening experience with this turntable. Genevieve Cepeda, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024 Earlier this year the turntable was at the Paul Stolper Gallery in London, which sells it online for £24,000 (approximately $31,177). Sofia Goldstein, SPIN, 6 Nov. 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 21 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

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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