Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
public-address-system
Noun
/ˈpʌblɪk əˈdrɛs ˌsɪstəm/
Definition
A public-address system is an electronic system used to amplify sound and allow a speaker to communicate with a large audience.
Examples
- The stadium had a state-of-the-art public-address system for the announcer.
- During the ceremony, the public-address system ensured everyone could hear the speeches clearly.
- The school installed a new public-address system to improve announcements during lunchtime.
Meaning
It serves the purpose of making the voice of the speaker loud enough to be heard by many people, often in recreational or educational venues, or during events.
Synonyms
- Sound system
- PA system
- Amplification system
- Announcement system
