Meaning of the word console in English

What does console mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

console

US /kənˈsoʊl/

UK /kənˈsoʊl/

to comfort (someone) at a time of grief or disappointment

Example:

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She tried to console her friend after the breakup.

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Nothing could console him after the loss of his pet.

Synonym:

comfort solace soothe cheer up reassure

a cabinet or table designed to stand against a wall

Example:

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She placed the vase on the antique console table.

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The television was built into a large wooden console.

Synonym:

sideboard cabinet table

a flat surface containing the controls for a machine, vehicle, or other device

Example:

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The pilot checked the readings on the aircraft's console.

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The sound engineer adjusted the levels on the mixing console.

Synonym:

control panel dashboard panel

a device for playing electronic video games

Example:

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My brother got a new gaming console for his birthday.

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Many people prefer playing games on a PC rather than a console.

Synonym:

gaming system game machine

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