interphone

American  

[in-ter-fohn] / ˈɪn tərˌfoʊn /

noun

1. an intercommunication system using telephones to connect offices, stations, etc., as in a building or ship; intercom.

2. a telephone used in such a system.

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interphone British  

/ ˈɪntəˌfəʊn /

noun

1. a telephone system for linking different rooms within a building, ship, etc

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Etymology

Origin of interphone

First recorded in 1940–45; formerly trademark

Example Sentences

Henderson, recalled in the report that they were near the English coast “when the order came over the interphone: prepare to bail out.”

From New York Times

According to the report, the senior attendant thought the other flight attendant had seen flames and sparks from the engine, so she told passengers to evacuate over the interphone and PA system.

From Fox News

Normally a pilot would show their ID to an interphone camera and whoever is inside releases the door.

From MSNBC

Reaching 10,000 feet, we were told over the interphone to put on our oxygen masks.

From Forbes

Eventually a flight attendant calls on the interphone to ask about their arrival time.

From Salon