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Definition table in British English

table noun

[countable] noun
/ˈteɪb(ə)l/
1

a piece of furniture that consists of a flat surface held above the floor, usually by legs

Example

the kitchen/dining room table

Example

They sat around a long table in the conference room.

Synonyms and related words
bench card table coffee table
1.1

a table in a restaurant

Example

You'd better call in advance to reserve a table for six.

Example

Ask for a table by the window.

1.2

the people sitting at a table

Example

The whole table broke into applause.

Synonyms and related words
age group array assemblage
2

a way of showing detailed pieces of information, especially facts or numbers, by arranging them in rows and lines across and down a page

Example

Table 6 shows that the number of murders has decreased by 30% during the last ten years.

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axis bar chart bar graph
2.1

a list that shows how well an organization, team, or player has been performing

Example

Have you learned your seven times table yet?

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abacus a function of something algorithm
3

a situation has changed, with a person who was previously at a disadvantage now having an advantage

4

to offer something

Example

The concept of compromise requires that both parties put something on the table.

5

to create an atmosphere for something; to lay the groundwork for something

Example

If they support neither option, they are sure to set the table for another crisis.

Example

Once thought quite far fatched and off the table the idea of the bankruptcy of the company is quite feasible now.

Definition table in British English

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