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carousel

/ˌkæɹəˈsɛl/

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What does carousel mean?

noun

  1. A pleasure ride, typically found at amusement parks and fairs and accompanied by music, consisting of a slowly revolving circular platform on which are fixed various seats, frequently shaped like horses or other animals, cars, etc., which may also move up and down; a merry-go-round.
  2. A revolving device for item delivery or display.
  3. The rotating glass plate in a microwave oven.
More meanings (5)

noun

  1. A visual component that displays a horizontal series of items one at a time.
  2. An equestrian discipline in which groups of riders make various formations.
  3. Synonym of jukebox (“automated carousel for the storage and retrieval of tapes, CD-ROMs, etc.”).
  4. (historical) A tilting match or tournament accompanied by games, shows, and allegorical performances.

verb

  1. To revolve or change places.
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IPA pronunciation

/ˌkæɹəˈsɛl/

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Other dictionary pronunciations

/ˈkæɹəsɛl//ˌkæɹəˈzɛl/
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