DSL
|D/S/L|
B2
/ˌdiːˌɛsˈɛl/
high-speed internet
Etymology
Etymology Information
'DSL' originates from the term 'Digital Subscriber Line', where 'digital' refers to the use of digital signals and 'subscriber line' refers to the telephone line used by subscribers.
Historical Evolution
'Digital Subscriber Line' was abbreviated to 'DSL' as the technology became more widespread in the late 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific type of internet connection, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
digital Subscriber Line, a technology for high-speed internet access over telephone lines.
DSL provides faster internet speeds than traditional dial-up connections.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45