Table (Verb)
Meaning 1
Arrange or enter in tabular form.
Classification
Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.
Examples
- The researcher spent hours tableing the results of the experiment to make it easier to analyze.
- She carefully tabled the historical data to identify patterns.
- The team worked together to table their findings in a clear and concise manner.
- Before presenting the sales report, the manager took a few minutes to table the quarterly figures.
- The author spent weeks tableing the statistical data to support her argument.
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Meaning 2
Hold back to a later time; "let's postpone the exam".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- The union decided to table the discussion on salary increases until the following quarter.
- The committee tabled the proposal for a new stadium until further studies were conducted.
- The motion to increase tuition fees was tabled until the next board meeting.
- The administration decided to table the decision on budget cuts until more financial data was available.
- The item on the agenda regarding staff layoffs was tabled until a later date.