carousel /ˌkærəˈsɛl/noun 7verb 1forms 5 noun7 •A pleasure ride, typically found at amusement parks and fairs and accompanied by music, consisting of a slowly revolving circular platform on which are fixed various seats, frequently shaped like horses or other animals, cars, etc., which may also move up and down; a merry-go-round.That's one nice thing about carrousels,^([sic]) they always play the same song. — 1951 •A revolving device for item delivery or display.After collecting his suitcase at the baggage carousel, he left the airport. •The rotating glass plate in a microwave oven. •Synonym of jukebox (“automated carousel for the storage and retrieval of tapes, CD-ROMs, etc.”). •A visual component that displays a horizontal series of items one at a time. •An equestrian discipline in which groups of riders make various formations. •(historical) A tilting match or tournament accompanied by games, shows, and allegorical performances. verb1 •To revolve or change places. formscarouseled · carouselled · carouseling · carouselling · carousels