A large revolving platform, for turning railroad cars,
locomotives, etc., in a different direction; -- called also turnplate.
1. (Chem.) Burnt sugar; a brown or black porous substance obtained by heating sugar. It is soluble in water, and is used for coloring spirits, gravies, etc. 2. A kind of confectionery, usually a small cube or square of tenacious paste, or candy, of varying composi...