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Tafelmusik (German: literally, "table-music") is a term used since the mid-16th century for music played at feasts and banquets. Table music could be either instrumental, vocal, or both. As might be expected, it was often of a somewhat lighter character than music for other occasions.

a flat surface, usually supported by four legs, used for putting things on.

A table is an arrangement of information or data, typically in rows and columns, or possibly in a more complex structure.

to put a cloth, knives, and forks, etc. on the table in preparation for a meal: set the table for Could you set the table for lunch, please?

The word table is derived from Old English tabele, derived from the Latin word tabula ('a board, plank, flat top piece'), which replaced the Old English bord; its current spelling reflects the influence of the French table.

a table used for gambling or for playing games of chance to win money, and which often has slots for chips or coins and a game board. Collins English Dictionary.

Tables are used to organize data that is too detailed or complicated to be described adequately in the text, allowing the reader to quickly see the results. They can be used to highlight trends or patterns in the data and to make a manuscript more readable by removing numeric data from the text.

In American English, to table something means to postpone discussion on something. It might mean to postpone it indefinitely, but usually it just means that the discussion should be resumed at a later date.

Tables are used to organize data that is too detailed or complicated to be described adequately in the text, allowing the reader to quickly see the results.

A table is a way of presenting information or data using rows (horizontal) and columns (vertical). A table has a gridded structure, with information sitting inside these cells.

A table of values is a set of ordered pairs usually resulting from substituting numbers into an equation (relation). The equation determines the relationship between each pair of numbers in each ordered pair in the table of values.

Setting the table at home will do more than just make your meals more enjoyable. By ensuring that everything is organized at the dining table, you will also teach your kids manners. For instance, having matching 4 piece dinnerware sets will make the table look orderly and well thought out.