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Meaning of TURNSTILE

Pronunciation:  'turn`stIl

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a gate consisting of a post that acts as a pivot for rotating arms; set in a passageway for controlling the persons entering
 
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 See Also: gate

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Turn"stile`\, n.
1. A revolving frame in a footpath, preventing the passage of
   horses or cattle, but admitting that of persons; a
   turnpike. See {Turnpike}, n., 1.
2. A similar arrangement for registering the number of
   persons passing through a gateway, doorway, or the like.
 
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