Definition of "carousel" in 英语

noun

1. A pleasure ride, typically found at amusement parks and fairs and accompanied by music, consisting of a slowly revolving circular platform on which are fixed various seats, frequently shaped like horses or other animals, cars, etc., which may also move up and down; a merry-go-round.

2. A continuously revolving device for item delivery.

   • After collecting his suitcase at the baggage carousel, he left the airport.

3. The rotating glass plate in a microwave oven.

4. (graphical user interface) A visual component that displays a horizontal series of items one at a time.

5. An equestrian discipline in which groups of riders make various formations.

6. (historical) A tilting match or tournament accompanied by games, shows, and allegorical performances.

7. (computing) Synonym of jukebox (“automated carousel for the storage and retrieval of tapes, CD-ROMs, etc.”).

verb

1. To revolve or change places.