dial-up
|di/al/up|
B1
/ˈdaɪəl ʌp/
telephone internet connection
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dial-up' originates from the process of 'dialing' a number on a telephone to establish a connection, combined with 'up' to indicate the action of connecting.
Historical Evolution
The term 'dial-up' evolved from the practice of using rotary or push-button telephones to 'dial' a number to connect to the internet.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the action of dialing a number, but over time it evolved to specifically mean connecting to the internet via a telephone line.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to a type of internet connection that uses a telephone line to connect to the internet.
Many people used dial-up connections in the 1990s.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45