plural tables
1
a
: a piece of furniture that has a flat top and one or more legs
They were sitting at/around the dining/dinner table.
She reserved a table for two at the restaurant.
Please set the table for dinner. [=place plates, silverware, etc., on the table]
b
: a piece of furniture with a flat surface that is designed to be used for a particular purpose
a billiard/poker table
2
: a group of people who are sitting at a table
He had the attention of the entire table.
3
: a collection of information that is arranged in rows and columns
The table shows the salary of each employee.
tables; tabled; tabling
1
US
: to decide not to discuss (something) until a later time
The committee tabled the issue until the next meeting.
2
British
: to formally present (something) for discussion
She plans to table a motion for debate in Parliament.
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“Table.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/table. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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