Also means
pull-out table
Usage Note
Ausziehtisch is a dining table with a mechanism allowing the surface to extend by inserting extra leaves (Einlegeplatten), increasing seating capacity for guests. A practical solution in German flats where space is limited on ordinary days.
Examples
"Er breitete die alte Straßenkarte auf der Motorhaube aus."
Natural Translation
On public holidays the extending table is lengthened by two extra leaves.
Literal Translation
He spread the old road-map out on the engine-bonnet.
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