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body-mike

[bod-ee-mahyk]

verb (used with object), bod·y-miked, bod·y-mik·ing.

to equip with a body mike: The star was body-miked, but he was still inaudible.

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Origin of body-mike

First recorded in 1970–75

body mike

noun

a small, wireless microphone worn inconspicuously by an actor, singer, or other performer to amplify the voice without inhibiting mobility.

Origin of body mike

First recorded in 1970–75

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