Beeper
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbiːpə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Beeper is a noun meaning Something that makes a beeping sound.
Meaning
Something that makes a beeping sound.
More Meanings
- (radio, informal) A broadcast interview taking place over the telephone (originally having to include a beeping sound to indicate that it was not a live broadcast).
Example Sentences
Radio "beepers" are easy: all you need is a telephone, and you can basically have an overseas conversation with any DJ or radio news director in America.
Word Forms
- beepers
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include beeping, buzzer, beep, sounder, acoustic, paging.
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