Word Image
plural: phones
Part Of Speech
noun, verb
Word Meaning
noun: any of several devices for transmitting and receiving sounds over long distances by electricity (telephone, smartphone); a device that converts electrical energy into sound waves and is worn over or inserted into the ear (earphone, headphone)
verb: to communicate, speak, or send by telephone
Word Family
phoned
phoning
telephone
cellphone
headphone
earphone
smartphone
microphone
megaphone
speakerphone
Sentences
Someone from the newspaper will be phoning with a few questions.
She phoned her friend to invite her over for dinner.
I can’t find my smartphone anywhere.
You had a missed phone call an hour ago.
Put the call on speakerphone so everyone can hear.
Wear your headphones to listen to your music.
The microphone on my computer stopped recording.
I got a new cellphone plan for less money.
I was on a long phone call with an old friend.
No phones at the table for dinnertime, please.
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