Definition

The amount of something that can fill a table, or the quantity that a table can hold.

Example

We prepared a tableful of food for the party.

Conversation

Did you see how much food was on the table at the party?

Yeah, it looked like there was a whole tableful of snacks!

I know, right? I couldn't believe how many options there were.

I had to try at least a little bit of everything!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Tableful** → It is formed from "table" (from Old French *table*, meaning a flat surface or board) and "-ful" (meaning full of). The word "tableful" means full of tables or the amount that a table can hold.

Memory Tip

Think of a table being 'full of' something — 'table' refers to the flat surface, and '-ful' indicates it is filled.

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