Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
subscriber-trunk-dialling
Noun
/səbˈskraɪbər trʌŋk ˈdaɪlɪŋ/
Definition
A telephone dialing system that allows subscribers to make long-distance calls directly without operator assistance.
Examples
- With subscriber-trunk-dialling, she was able to call her friend in another city quickly.
- The introduction of subscriber-trunk-dialling revolutionized long-distance communication.
Meaning
Subscriber-trunk-dialling (STD) enables users to connect to other subscribers in distant areas through a direct dialing mechanism.
Synonyms
- Direct dialing
- Long-distance dialing
