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telephony definition

te·lepho·ny (tə lef′ə nē)

noun

  1. the science of telephonic transmission
  2. the making or operation of telephones

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telephony Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • videoconference: This results in an improved speech quality, which will find applications in videoconferencing, loudspeaker telephony and high-definition television.

Adjective modifier

  • cordless: Cordless telephony system The object of cordless telephony is to provide an on-site telephone service to users of radio connected handsets.

Modifies a noun

  • skype: The combined platform will surpass internet telephony company Skype, which currently boasts a user base of around 100 million.

Noun used with modifier

  • fixed-line: Linear broadcast networks like ITV are in danger of becoming the equivalent of fixed-line telephony operators.
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