English · Word Candidate

console

/ˈkɒn.səʊl/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: consoles · consoling · consoled

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A stand-alone cabinet designed to stand on the floor; especially, one integrated with home entertainment equipment, such as a TV or stereo system.

Noun

The film's music blared from the console.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

A desk-like cabinet, table, or stand upon which controls, instruments, and displays are mounted.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To comfort (someone) in a time of grief, disappointment, etc.

Verb

However, she contained herself as best she might, consoled by the reflection that her reasoning had been justified by events.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “console” mean?

A stand-alone cabinet designed to stand on the floor; especially, one integrated with home entertainment equipment, such as a TV or stereo system.

Is “console” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.