Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dial-tone
noun
/ˈdaɪəl toʊn/
Definition
A dial tone is the sound that signals to a caller that they can start dialing a phone number.
Examples
- After picking up the receiver, I waited for the dial tone before dialing the number.
- The absence of a dial tone usually means the phone line is dead.
- With a clear dial tone, you know your phone is working properly.
Meaning
A continuous sound that indicates the telephone line is operational and ready to make a call.
Synonyms
- None
