Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

telephone-line

Noun
/ˈtɛləˌfoʊn laɪn/
Definition
A telephone line is a physical connection that carries telephone signals between a subscriber’s premises and the local exchange or central office.
Examples
  • The telephone-line connection was disrupted during the storm.
  • He installed a new telephone-line to improve his internet connectivity.
Meaning
It refers to the system used for transmitting voice or data over a distance using telecommunication technology.
Synonyms
  • phone line
  • telecommunication line
  • communication line