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Updated June 2026
A device that converts sound, typically voice, into electrical signals for transmission over distances and reconverts them at the receiving end. Can also be used as a verb meaning to contact someone by telephone.
“Please telephone the office if you need to reschedule your appointment.”
/ˈ tɛl.ɪˌfəʊn/
tel·e·phone
Multiple 'e' occurrences; 'ph' representing 'f' sound
14 points; good use of common letters in long word
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