Turnstile
English Meaning
A revolving frame in a footpath, preventing the passage of horses or cattle, but admitting that of persons; a turnpike. See Turnpike,
- A mechanical device used to control passage from one public area to another, typically consisting of several horizontal arms supported by and radially projecting from a central vertical post and allowing only the passage of individuals on foot.
- A similar structure that permits the passage of an individual once a charge has been paid or that counts the number of individuals passing through.
