hi-fi
[ hahy-fahy ]
/ ˈhaɪˈfaɪ /
noun
a phonograph, radio, or other sound-reproducing apparatus possessing high fidelity.
adjective
of, relating to, or characteristic of such apparatus; high-fidelity.
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hi-fi
/ (ˈhaɪˈfaɪ) /
noun informal
- short for high fidelity
- (as modifier)hi-fi equipment
a set of high-quality sound-reproducing equipment
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