Synonyms for
dial
To select a number, or to call someone, on a telephone, regardless of whether a physical dial is present.
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No Synonyms Found for Dial

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All Definitions for Dial

Below are all the dictionary definitions of dial:

1To select a number, or to call someone, on a telephone, regardless of whether a physical dial is present.
2To use a dial or a telephone.
3A graduated, circular scale over which a needle moves to show a measurement (such as speed).
4Such a field as part of a clock face
5(metonymic) the entire clock face.
6A panel on a radio etc showing wavelengths or channels
7A knob that is turned to change the wavelength etc.
8A disk with finger holes on a telephone
9Used to select the number to be called.
10To control or select something with a dial, or (figuratively) as if with a dial.
11To initiate a connection to a remote computer service such as a database.
12To use a dial-up modem to connect a personal computer to the Internet.
13A sundial.
14A person's face.
15A miner's compass.
16A surname.

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Common synonyms for dial. These words share similar meanings and can often be used interchangeably depending on context.

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About synonyms for dial

Finding the right synonym for dial helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "To select a number, or to call someone, on a telephone, regardless of whether a physical dial is present.", dial has 0 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.

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