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turntable

turn·table

UK/ˈtɜːnteɪb(ə)l/ US/ˈtɝnˌteɪbəl/ uncommon

noun

1.

a circular horizontal platform that rotates a phonograph record while it is being played

2.

a revolving tray placed on a dining table

Synonyms
3.

a rotatable platform with a track; used to turn locomotives and cars

Origin

From turn + table.

Phrases

  • turntable hit
  • turntable ladder

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