Synonyms for turnstile
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A rotating mechanical device that controls and counts passage between public areas, especially one that only allows passage after a charge has been paid.
an efficient system for funneling crowds through turnstiles
Forms
- Plural
- turnstiles → gates, turnpikes…
Example sentences
- gate Where is the boarding gate for Japan Airlines 124?
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| turnstile | rising | |
| gate | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 4 letters
- gate1
- 8 letters
- turnpike2
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (turnpike2 = 2 syllables).