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turnstile

/turn-stahyl/US // ˈtɜrnˌstaɪl //UK // (ˈtɜːnˌstaɪl) //

旋转门,转门,转盘,旋转式门禁系统

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Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : 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.
    • : a similar device set up in an entrance to bar passage until a charge is paid, to record the number of persons passing through, etc.

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Examples

  • The idea was that aggressively enforcing even minor crimes — like breaking a window or jumping a subway turnstile — was an effective way to prevent bigger crimes.

  • The crush of tourists had turned the UNESCO World Heritage site into something of a Disneyland with plans then in place to install turnstiles to control the flow in and out of the historical center.

  • Science does not look for evidence to confirm a preference, such as the sweet sound of loud cheering and turnstiles spinning.

  • Identity data is captured by cameras concealed as appears to be a normal turnstile.

  • Unfortunately Lauren is watching this entire scene wedged in the turnstile by the Maclaren.

  • He jumps out, goes through the turnstile, and enters the next train as it pulls into the station.

  • We were approaching the corner of Great Turnstile again, but I don't think she noticed it.

  • The old gentleman now took him by the arm, and led him more into the shade of the bridge—a few paces back from the turnstile.

  • For large entrances, notably for hotels and banks, a form of door working on the turnstile principle is frequently adopted.

  • Kim clicked round the self-registering turnstile; the old man followed and halted amazed.

  • The rest was lost in the clicking of the turnstile that let him through.