console

An electronic machine used to play video games, often connected to a television.

• He bought a new game console.
• Connect the console to your television.
• Which consoles can run this game?

Similar words: games machine

Common phrases: game console, gaming console, console games

A storage unit between the front seats of a car.

• My keys are in the console.
• She left her phone on the center console.
• Does the console have space for two cups?

Common phrases: centre console, center console, car console

A large cabinet that stands on the floor and holds a television, radio, or music player.

• The radio is built into a wooden console.
• Their old console stood beside the sofa.
• Music came from the stereo console in the corner.

Common phrases: wooden console, stereo console, television console

To help someone feel less sad or upset.

• She tried to console her friend.
• Nothing could console him after his dog died.
• I consoled myself with the thought that tomorrow would be better.

How to use it: console someone after something (We tried to console her after the defeat.); console someone with something (He consoled his son with a hug.)

Similar words: comfort, soothe

Common phrases: console someone, console yourself