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telephone
[tel-uh-fohn]
noun
an apparatus, system, or process for transmission of sound or speech to a distant point, especially by an electric device.
verb (used with object)
to speak to or summon (a person) by telephone.
to send (a message) by telephone.
verb (used without object)
to send a message by telephone.
telephone
/ ˈtɛlɪˌfəʊn, ˌtɛlɪˈfɒnɪk /
noun
Also called: telephone set.an electrical device for transmitting speech, consisting of a microphone and receiver mounted on a handset
( as modifier )
a telephone receiver
a worldwide system of communications using telephones. The microphone in one telephone converts sound waves into electrical signals that are transmitted along a telephone wire or by radio to one or more distant sets, the receivers of which reconvert the incoming signal into the original sound
( as modifier )
a telephone exchange
a telephone call
See telephone box
verb
to call or talk to (a person) by telephone
to transmit (a recorded message, radio or television programme, or other information) by telephone, using special transmitting and receiving equipment
Other Word Forms
- telephoner noun
- pretelephone adjective
- retelephone verb
- ˈٱˌDzԱ noun
- ˌٱˈDzԾ adverb
- telephonic adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of telephone1
Example Sentences
“You know, like keeping an eye out everywhere and checking my telephone to see where checkpoints are,” he said.
The telephone calls and sApp messages continue apace this weekend between leaders, foreign ministers and diplomats, with the expectation that there are many more days to come in this conflict between Israel and Iran.
His motto "peace through strength" rests on his belief that his sheer force of personality, bold threats, and direct telephone calls can end wars.
Some personal customer data was stolen by hackers during the attack, which the retailer has said could have included telephone numbers, home addresses and dates of birth.
She was also slapped on the face when Keenan overheard a telephone call which referenced alcohol.
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