Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mike
noun
/maɪk/
Definition
A common colloquial term for a microphone, an instrument that converts sound into an electrical signal.
Examples
- The singer adjusted the mike before starting the performance.
- He forgot to turn off the mike, and we heard his comments backstage.
- She uses a good-quality mike for her podcast recordings.
Meaning
The term ‘mike’ is often used in everyday conversation and in the broadcasting industry to refer to a device used for amplifying or recording sound.
Synonyms
- microphone
- audio input
- recording device
