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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There are great finishing touches including linens by Bellino, Byredo bath amenities, Apple TVs, refrigerators, and Bluetooth-enabled turntables with a few records for chasing those perfect seaside vibes. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026 Lastly, don't forget to take out the turntable from the inside to clean this area also. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026 My turntable is out of the shot, but a few records from my collection are visible in the bottom left-hand corner. Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026 For anyone managing multiple daily-use products — medications, skincare routines, dental care — a turntable keeps everything accessible without cluttering the countertop. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for turntable

Word History

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 11 May. 2026.

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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