Phone Definition
phone
noun
- electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds; "I talked to him on the telephone"
- (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language
- electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear; "it was not the typing but the earphones that she disliked"
verb
- get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone; "I tried to call you all night"; "Take two aspirin and call me in the morning"
"Phone" in song lyrics
See how phone is used in real songs:
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"Speak low and don't discuss it in phone"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo — So What Now? -
"Stay toppy in the zone, yo Wigs call Clocky on the phone"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — Staten Islanders -
"In the beginning all we had was a phone"
2 Live Crew — Man, Not a Myth
Words that rhyme with phone
Usage tips for "phone"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "phone" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for phone to find words that pair well.