turnstile
noun
a structure of four horizontally revolving arms pivoted atop a post and set in a gateway or opening in a fence to allow the controlled passage of people.
turnstiles
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pluralof turnstile.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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She had set up folding chair next to the turnstiles with her mother and grandmother -- their beds for the next hours.
From Barron's ● Aug. 16, 2026
Visitors walking through Dollywood’s turnstiles often come with an appreciation for Parton.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 30, 2026
New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority has confirmed that the MetroCard is being phased out at the end of this year in favor of OMNY, the tap-to-pay system that now dominates turnstiles across the city.
From Salon ● Dec. 28, 2025
As I spun around in my wheelchair, more of their group joined them through the turnstiles.
From BBC ● Nov. 14, 2025
Mom walks us to the station, helps Madge buy a round-trip ticket, and waves good-bye once we’re through the turnstiles.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
