Definition of turntable
: a revolvable platform: such asa : a rotating platform that carries a phonograph recordb : a platform with a track for turning wheeled vehicles (such as locomotives)c : lazy susan
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A lounge area down the hall, where the Oakleys often entertained, features low couches, a hookah pipe and a vintage stereo with a turntable and blues records by Junior Wells and John Hammond Jr.
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In April the platform launched Gearogs, a site trading in audio gear, like turntables, speakers, mixers, headphones, synthesizers, effects pedals and more.
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But the party didn't really get started until Olivier Rousteing jumped on the turntables.
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Judging by the number of cameras and camera phones out, the Submerged Turntables piece is the most photographable thing of the night (so far, at least).
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First Known Use of turntable
1835
TURNTABLE Defined for English Language Learners
turntable
playDefinition of turntable for English Language Learners
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: the part of a record player that turns the record
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: a platform that is used to turn vehicles (such as railroad cars) around
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