dial tone
Noun

dial tone (plural dial tones)

  1. A telephony signal, usually in the form of a sound, used to indicate that the telephone exchange is working, has recognized an off-hook, and is ready to accept a call.
Synonyms Translations
  • French: tonalité
  • German: Wählton
  • Spanish: tono de marcar



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