mike

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun device for converting sound waves into electrical energy

Etymology

Alteration of mic, clipping of microphone. Attested since 1927.

In classic literature

Synonyms

microphone

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