Pronunciation: /ˈtɜrnˌstaɪl/
noun a mechanical gate consisting of revolving horizontal arms fixed to a vertical post, allowing only one person at a time to pass through
A1 I passed through the turnstile to enter the subway station.
A2 She fumbled with her ticket at the turnstile, trying to get through.
B1 The turnstile at the stadium was broken, causing a long line to form.
B2 The security guard checked everyone's bags before allowing them to pass through the turnstile.
C1 The turnstile was equipped with a biometric scanner for added security measures.
C2 As a frequent traveler, he breezed through the turnstile with his electronic pass.
formal The crowd patiently waited in line to pass through the turnstile at the entrance of the stadium.
informal Make sure you have your ticket ready to scan at the turnstile before entering the concert.
slang I managed to sneak past the turnstile without paying by pretending to be on my phone.
figurative The new security measures acted as a turnstile, allowing only authorized personnel to enter the building.
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