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Definitions

microphone

[mahy-kruh-fohn] / ˈmaɪ krəˌfoʊn /
NOUN
instrument that transforms sound waves into electric currents
Synonyms
STRONGEST
mic mike
STRONG
WEAK


Example Sentences

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“Obviously we are all here because we love cake,” a coordinator said into a microphone, trying to be heard over the mob, “And we are doing the best that we can.”

From The Wall Street Journal

While studying two of these storms, the microphone on the SuperCam instrument aboard NASA's Perseverance rover unexpectedly picked up unusually strong signals.

From Science Daily

Sometimes I’ll even go over and take the microphone to somebody and just sit and sing with them at the edge of the stage because they’re just that close.

From Los Angeles Times

One example is when he breathes into the microphone.

From Los Angeles Times

Equipped with microphones and connected to WiFi, AI toys are pricier than traditional ones, are marketed as companions or educational products and can cost $100 or even double that.

From Los Angeles Times