Phone

/foʊn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A device that converts sound vibrations into electrical signals for transmission over a distance, enabling voice communication.

I called my friend on the phone to catch up.

A cell phone or mobile device used for communication.

She sent me a message on her new phone.

A system of telecommunication or a specific telephone apparatus.

The office has a complex phone system for handling calls.

verb

To communicate with someone by means of a telephone.

I will phone you later to discuss the plan.

From 'telephone', derived from the Greek words 'tele' (far) and 'phone' (voice/sound).

on the phone

In a conversation using a telephone.

smartphone

A mobile phone that performs many of the functions of a computer.

give someone a ring

To call someone on the phone.

telecommunications

The transmission of information over significant distances by electronic means.

headset

A device with a speaker and microphone worn on the head for communication.

voicemail

A system that records and stores telephone messages.

Phoner

He's on the phoner with his buddy.

Cellie

I need to find my cellie; I can't be without my phone!

Pocket computer

I can't live without my pocket computer.