turnstiles

[turn-stahyl]

turn·stile

[turn-stahyl]
noun
1.
a structure of four horizontally revolving arms pivoted atop a post and set in a gateway or opening in a fence to allow the controlled passage of people.
2.
a similar device set up in an entrance to bar passage until a charge is paid, to record the number of persons passing through, etc.

Origin:
1635–45; turn + stile1
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