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tables

/ˈteɪbəlz/

NOUN

1. A two-dimensional presentation of data

Structured presentations of information or data arranged in rows and columns for systematic reading, comparison, or analysis.

1.1. Tabular data presentations

Refers to organized displays of information in rows and columns, allowing figures, categories, or other data to be examined and compared.

Synonyms

Examples

  • The researcher prepared several tables to compare the survey results across different age groups.
  • The report includes tables showing annual revenue and operating expenses.

Related Words

  • spreadsheets
  • matrices
  • grids
  • datasets
  • charts
  • statistics

NOUN

2. The upper surfaces of stringed instruments

The top surfaces of stringed instruments, particularly instruments in the violin family, against which the strings vibrate.

2.1. Sound-producing instrument surfaces

Refers to the top plates or soundboards of stringed instruments that vibrate in response to the strings and help produce sound.

Synonyms

  • soundboards
  • top plates

Examples

  • The luthier inspected the tables of several violins for cracks and signs of wear.

Related Words

  • belly
  • soundbox
  • soundhole
  • bridge
  • strings
  • resonance

VERB

3. To postpone consideration or discussion

To remove matters from an agenda or defer dealing with them until a later time.

3.1. Deferring a proposal or decision

Used primarily in American English when a committee, legislative body, or group postpones consideration of a motion, proposal, or issue.

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • continues
  • proceeds
  • resumes

Examples

  • The committee tables several proposals until more information becomes available.
  • The council tables the controversial motion for further consideration.

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VERB

4. To formally propose something for consideration

To present a proposal, motion, or document for formal discussion or consideration by a legislative body or committee, particularly in British and other non-American usage.

4.1. Submitting motions or proposals

Used when someone formally presents a motion, amendment, or document to a legislative assembly or committee for consideration.

Synonyms

  • proposes
  • submits
  • presents
  • introduces

Examples

  • Members of parliament table several amendments before the debate begins.

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VERB

5. To arrange information in a table

To organize information, figures, or data systematically in rows and columns.

5.1. Tabulating information and figures

Used when data or numerical information is arranged in a table or grid to make it easier to read, compare, or analyze.

Synonyms

Examples

  • The software tables the results automatically for easier analysis.
  • The researcher tables the survey responses according to demographic groups.

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VERB

6. To provide food to guests or customers

To supply guests or customers with food at a table.

6.1. Serving food to guests

Refers to providing meals or food to people seated at a table, especially in a restaurant or dining establishment.

Synonyms

Examples

  • The restaurant tables hundreds of guests during the annual festival.

Related Words

  • dines
  • catering
  • meals
  • guests
  • restaurant
  • hospitality

VERB

7. To depict or represent something

To represent or portray a subject, scene, or event in a picture or other visual form.

7.1. Visual depiction

Used when a scene, subject, or event is represented visually, particularly in an artistic or pictorial composition.

Synonyms

Examples

  • The paintings table scenes from everyday life in remarkable detail.

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VERB

8. To put objects on a table

To place or position objects on the surface of a table.

8.1. Placing objects on a surface

Refers to setting or laying objects on a table for display, storage, or use.

Synonyms

Examples

  • She tables the documents before the meeting begins.

Related Words

  • positions
  • arranges
  • displays
  • surfaces
  • furniture