What does “table” mean?
- 1
nouna piece of furniture with a flat top and legs
Dinner is on the table.
- 2
nouninformation arranged in rows and columns
The table shows sales for each month.
Table at a glance
- Part of speech
- noun
- CEFR level
- A1 (beginner)
- Pronunciation
- /ˈteɪbəl/ · TAY-bul
How to use “table” correctly
“Set the table” means put plates and forks on it before a meal.
Common phrases with “table”
- set the table
- kitchen table
- book a table
- table of contents
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