| n. | 1. | A revolving frame in a footpath, preventing the passage of horses or cattle, but admitting that of persons; a turnpike. See Turnpike, |
| 2. | A similar arrangement for registering the number of persons passing through a gateway, doorway, or the like. |
| Noun | 1. | turnstile - a gate consisting of a post that acts as a pivot for rotating arms; set in a passageway for controlling the persons entering |