Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ringtone
noun
/ˈrɪŋ.toʊn/
Definition
A ringtone is a sound or melody that plays on a mobile phone to indicate an incoming call or message.
Examples
- My favorite song is set as my ringtone.
- She changed her ringtone to something more upbeat.
- The default ringtone on his phone is really loud.
Meaning
Ringtones allow people to customize how they are notified when someone is trying to reach them. They can be set to different sounds or tunes according to the user’s preference.
Synonyms
- alarm tone
- notification sound
- call tone
