tabled
/ˈteɪbəld/
VERB
1. Postponed or deferred for later consideration
To postpone consideration or discussion of a proposal, motion, or issue until a later time.
1.1. Delaying a decision or discussion
Used when a committee, board, or group temporarily postpones discussing or deciding on a matter, usually until a future meeting or until more information is available.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- proceeded
- resumed
- continued
Examples
- The committee tabled the proposal until the next meeting for further discussion.
- The decision to increase funding was temporarily tabled due to budget constraints.
- They tabled the resolution temporarily to gather more information before making a final decision.
Related Words
- adjourned
- suspended
- pending
- on hold
- motion
- resolution
VERB
2. Formally proposed for discussion
To present a proposal, motion, or document for formal consideration by a legislative body or committee, particularly in British and other non-American usage.
2.1. Submitting a proposal for consideration
Used when a member formally presents a motion, proposal, or document to a legislative assembly or committee so that it can be considered or discussed.
Synonyms
- proposed
- submitted
- presented
- introduced
Examples
- The opposition party tabled an amendment to the proposed legislation.
Related Words
- motion
- agenda
- legislature
- committee
- resolution
- deliberation
VERB
3. Organized information into a table
To arrange information, figures, or data systematically in rows and columns.
3.1. Tabulating data
Used when information or numerical results are organized into a table or grid to make them easier to read, compare, or analyze.
Synonyms
- tabulated
- listed
- charted
Examples
- The researcher tabled the survey results to make comparisons between the groups easier.
Related Words
- tabulation
- spreadsheet
- grid
- matrix
- data
- statistics
VERB
4. Placed something on a table
To put or position an object on the surface of a table.
4.1. Placing an object on a surface
Used when an object is physically set or laid on a table, often for storage, display, or immediate use.
Synonyms
- placed
- put
- set
- laid
Examples
- She tabled the documents before the meeting began.
Related Words
- positioned
- arranged
- displayed
- surface
- furniture