Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

directory-assistance

noun

/dɪˈrɛktəri əˈsɪstəns/

Definition

A telephone service that provides information about residential and business phone numbers.

Examples

Can you please call directory assistance to find her number?
After searching online, I decided to use directory assistance to locate a restaurant’s contact information.

Meaning

Directory assistance is a service that helps users find phone numbers and associated information for residents and businesses. It is commonly accessed by dialing a specific code to connect to an operator who can provide the desired information.