dialer

American  

[dahy-uh-ler, dahy-ler] / ˈdaɪ ə lər, ˈdaɪ lər /

especially British, dialler

noun

1. a person or thing that dials.

2. an electronic device attached to a telephone to call preselected numbers automatically when activated.

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Etymology

Origin of dialer

First recorded in 1740–50; dial + -er ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

A collection of men, middle-aged, calling at a quarter to three: the dialer on the line asks whether there’s a pair of us available to be dates at a dance, while others guffaw in the background.

From Literature

These are more expensive than fossil-fuel based chemicals, said Executive Vice President Harald Dialer, but customers value high-end products in industries such as cosmetics.

From The Wall Street Journal

The dialer was reportedly first seen last year through the Pixel’s emergency app, but Google confirmed to Android Police that FED is currently rolling out to a wider release.

From The Verge

Accessing the Fast Emergency Dialer when your phone is unlocked will vary by device Though it’s designed for international traveling, anyone can use it at any location.

From The Verge

The emergency dialer has two locations, according to 9to5Google: on the phone’s lock screen through the emergency call button or the power menu once you’ve unlocked your device.

From The Verge