Console

Quick meaning: Console is a noun meaning A desk-like cabinet, table, or stand upon which controls, instruments, and displays are mounted.

Meaning

A desk-like cabinet, table, or stand upon which controls, instruments, and displays are mounted.

More Meanings

1. An instrument with displays and an input device that is used to monitor and control an electronic system.
2. (automotive) A storage tray or container mounted between the seats of an automobile.
3. (architecture) An ornamental member jutting out of a wall to carry a superincumbent weight, often S-shaped.
4. A cantilever.
5. (heraldry) A decorative frame or support (in architecture, drawings, etc) around a heraldic shield.
6. (transitive) To comfort (someone) in a time of grief, disappointment, etc.
7. A stand-alone cabinet designed to stand on the floor; especially, one integrated with home entertainment equipment, such as a TV or stereo system.

Example Sentences

The film's music blared from the console.

Could you put my phone in the centre console?

However, she contained herself as best she might, consoled by the reflection that her reasoning had been justified by events.

The only authentic reference for the tincture of the shield still in existence is the armorial console in Jacques Coeur's chapel[…]

Word Forms

• consoles
• consoling
• consoled

Synonyms for console

Depending on context, synonyms include comfort, solace, besoothe, cheer, soothe, cabinet.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include cabinet, soothe, solace, comfort, desk, deck.

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