English dictionary
dial
/'d/aI//@/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the face of a timepiece; graduated to show the hours
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the control on a radio or television set that is used for tuning
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the circular graduated indicator on various measuring instruments
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a disc on a telephone that is rotated a fixed distance for each number called
Synonyms telephone dialSource: WordNet 3.0
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An instrument, formerly much used for showing the time of day from the shadow of a style or gnomon on a graduated arc or surface; esp., a sundial; but there are lunar and astral <i>dials</i>. The style or gnomon is usually parallel to the earth's axis, but the dial plate may be either horizontal or vertical.
Source: webster1913
verb
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operate a dial to select a telephone number
ExamplesYou must take the receiver off the hook before you dial.
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choose by means of a dial
ExamplesDial a telephone number.
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To measure with a dial.
Source: webster1913