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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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So far, I’ve managed to do some prepublication interviews without too much trouble, and I’m planning to use a microphone anytime I speak to a crowd.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Thousands filled the venue, with speaker after speaker taking the microphone to echo calls for Mnangagwa to remain in office beyond 2028.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

González put down the microphone and somebody turned down the lights.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Then public comment began, and one of the most celebrated chefs in the world stepped to the microphone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

“With me going to Nali’s for the summer,” Nathan said to his mom, his hand placed over the microphone of his phone to make sure his father didn’t hear.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young




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