Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dialer
noun
/ˈdaɪlər/
Definition
A device or application used to make phone calls by entering a number.
Examples
- He used the dialer app on his smartphone to quickly reach his friends.
- The old rotary dialer was a classic piece of technology in the 20th century.
- After installing the dialer software, she could easily manage her outgoing calls.
Meaning
The term ‘dialer’ can refer to both physical devices that are used to enter phone numbers on traditional telephones, as well as software applications that facilitate making calls, especially in the context of automated calling systems or contact management.
Synonyms
- phone dialer
- call dialer
- telephone dialer
