handset

WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Definitions from WordNet

Noun handset has 1 sense

handset, French telephone - telephone set with the mouthpiece and earpiece mounted on a single handle
--₁ is a kind of telephone, phone, telephone set
--₁ has parts: handle, grip, handgrip, hold

Definitions from the Web

Handset

Definition:

A handset can refer to a variety of devices, often related to telecommunication technologies, which are primarily designed to be held by hand.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

A device consisting of a speaker and microphone used for making and receiving telephone calls.
A mobile phone or smartphone.
A piece of equipment used in telegraphy or wireless communication to send or receive signals.

Usages:

Telecommunication: A handset is an essential component of a landline telephone.
Mobile Communication: The term "handset" is commonly used to refer to mobile phones or smartphones.
Telegraphy: A handset can also be used in wireless communication systems.

Examples:

She picked up the handset to make a call.
I need to buy a new handset because my old phone is no longer functioning.
He operated the wireless handset with precision.

Related Products:

hands down hands down favourites hands on handsalongthenile handsaw handsaw fish handsbreadth handsel handset handset s handsets handsewn handshake handshakes handshaking handsom handsome

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

Check latest bestsellers | New Arrivals in Electronics