dial synonyms

dial

n.

face, front, disk with figures, circle, numbers, control, knob, indicator, gauge, device for showing time, meter, register, measuring device, horologe, compass; see also control 3.

dial

v.

  1. To turn

    rotate, twist, wheel; see turn 1.

  2. To telephone

    ring (up), call (up), phone; see telephone.

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