game console

game con·sole

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [geym kuh n-sohl]
- /geɪm kənˈsoʊl/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [geym kuh n-sohl]
- /geɪm kənˈsoʊl/

Definitions of game console words

noun game console Also called game(s) console, gaming console, video-game console. a computer system specially made for playing video games by connecting it to a television or other display for video and sound. 1
noun game console the control or monitoring unit of a computer, containing the keyboard or keys, switches, etc. 1
noun game console a television, phonograph, or radio cabinet designed to stand on the floor rather than on a table or shelf. 1
noun game console a desklike structure containing the keyboards, pedals, etc., by means of which an organ is played. 1
noun game console a small cabinet standing on the floor and having doors. 1
noun game console console table. 1

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Origin of game console

First appearance:

before 1700

One of the 50% oldest English words

1700-10; < French; Middle French consolle bracket or support, apparently shortening of consolateur (attested in MF with same sense) literally, one who consoles (< Late Latin consōlātor; see console1, -ator), perhaps because such supports served as rests in choir stalls, etc.; cf. misericord

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Parts of speech for Game console

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game console popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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