turntable

/ˈtɜrnˌteɪbəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A device with a rotating surface, used for playing and controlling sound recordings, especially records, by rotating them on a spindle.

“She carefully placed the vinyl record on the turntable and adjusted the volume.”

2. noun

A rotating table or platform, especially one used in a workshop or laboratory for rotating or presenting objects.

“The engineer used a turntable to demonstrate the mechanism’s functionality.”

3. verb

To turn or rotate something, especially on a rotating surface, for a specific purpose.

“Please turntable the specimen to get a better view of its texture.”

Synonyms

  • disc player
  • phonograph
  • record player

Antonyms

  • silent device
  • static device