Pronunciation

/tæbəl/

Definitions

Noun

1. A rectangular arrangement of rows and columns for writing, drawing, or displaying information. Example: The conference table was filled with papers.
2. A list of names, facts, or items arranged systematically. Example: The menu was a table of dishes for the dinner party.
3. A piece of furniture with a flat surface and legs, typically used for working or eating. Example: She placed the laptop on the dining table.

Verb

1. To arrange (items) in a systematic manner, often on a table. Example: She set out the plates on the table.
2. To display or present data in tabular form. Example: He created a table showing sales figures for the month.

Phrases

• “Set the table” means to prepare a table for a meal.
• “Round table discussion” refers to a meeting where all participants sit around a single table for equal participation.
• “Table of contents” is a list of headings or topics in a book or document.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The guests were seated at the beautifully decorated wedding reception table.”
• Verb: “I need you to table that proposal for now, we’ll discuss it later.”
• Prepositional phrase: “The report includes a comprehensive table of figures.”

Synonyms

• Chart
• Grid
• Layout
• Display
• Registry
• Inventory

Antonyms

• Mess
• Disorder
• Chaos
• Unorganized