console Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun a small table fixed to a wall or designed to stand against a wall
console table.
noun a scientific instrument consisting of displays and an input device that an operator can use to monitor and control a system (especially a computer system)
noun an ornamental scroll-shaped bracket (especially one used to support a wall fixture)
- the bust of Napoleon stood on a console
noun housing for electronic instruments, as radio or television
cabinet.
verb give moral or emotional strength to
soothe; comfort; solace.

L. consolari,. p.p. consolatus; con- + solari to console, comfort: cf. F. consoler. See Solace.

imperfect & past participle Consoled ; present participle & verbal noun Consoling

To cheer in distress or depression; to alleviate the grief and raise the spirits of; to relieve; to comfort; to soothe.
And empty heads console with empty sound. Pope.

I am much consoled by the reflection that the religion of Christ has been attacked in vain by all the wits and philosophers, and its triumph has been complete. P. Henry.
Syn. -- To comfort; solace; soothe; cheer; sustain; encourage; support. See Comfort.

(Arch.) (a) A bracket whose projection is not more than half its height. (b) Any small bracket; also, a console table.