Table: meaning, definitions and examples

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table

[ ˈteɪbəl ]

^{Context #1}

furniture

A piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs, providing a level surface for eating, writing, or working.

Synonyms

counter, desk, workbench

Examples of usage

I have a wooden table in my dining room.
She sat at the table to write her letter.
The family gathered around the table for dinner.

^{Context #2}

data organization

A set of data arranged in rows and columns for easy reference.

Synonyms

chart, matrix, spreadsheet

Examples of usage

The table shows the sales figures for the past year.
Please refer to the table for more information.

^{Context #3}

postpone consideration

To postpone consideration or discussion of.

Synonyms

defer, delay, shelve

Examples of usage

Let's table this issue for now and come back to it later.

Translations

Translations of the word "table" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mesa

🇮🇳 मेज़

🇩🇪 Tisch

🇮🇩 meja

🇺🇦 стіл

🇵🇱 stół

🇯🇵 テーブル

🇫🇷 table

🇪🇸 mesa

🇹🇷 masa

🇰🇷 테이블

🇸🇦 طاولة

🇨🇿 stůl

🇸🇰 stôl

🇨🇳 桌子

🇸🇮 miza

🇮🇸 borð

🇰🇿 үстел

🇬🇪 მაგიდა

🇦🇿 stol

🇲🇽 mesa

Word origin

The word 'table' originated from the Latin word 'tabula', which means a board, plank, or flat piece. It has evolved over time to refer to a piece of furniture with a flat top and legs. In data organization, a table refers to a systematic arrangement of data for easy reference. The verb form of 'table' originated in the British Parliament, where it was used to postpone discussions. Over the years, the word has become widely used in various contexts.