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phono
[ foh-noh ]
/ ËfoÊ noÊ /
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noun, plural pho·nos.Informal.
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Origin of phono
By shortening
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Other definitions for phono (2 of 2)
phono-
a combining form meaning âsound,â âvoice,â used in the formation of compound words: phonology.
Also especially before a vowel, phon-.
Origin of phono-
1945â50; <Greek, combining form representing phĆnáž voice
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How to use phono in a sentence
If you want to use the Ai41 for vinyl, however, youâll need to add an external phono preamp or to use a turntable with a built-in preamp.
Fluance Ai41 stereo speakers review: Pint-sized powerhouses|Mike Levine|October 20, 2021|Popular-ScienceIf youâre a vinyl lover, youâll need phono inputs for a turntable.
The best bookshelf speakers fill your room with sound, not clutter|Tony Ware|July 19, 2021|Popular-ScienceYou also need to make sure prospective purchases have the connectivity you want, whether itâs phono inputs for a turntable, Bluetooth for wireless streaming, and so on.
The best bookshelf speakers fill your room with sound, not clutter|Tony Ware|July 19, 2021|Popular-Science"Almost all books now, you see, are phono-graphed," said Hamage.
With The Eyes Shut|Edward Bellamy
British Dictionary definitions for phono
phono-
before a vowel phon-
combining form
indicating a sound or voicephonograph; phonology
Word Origin for phono-
from Greek phĆnÄ sound, voice
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