non-modem
|non/mo/dem|
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/nɑn-ˈmoʊdəm/
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/nɒn-ˈməʊdəm/
without a modem
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-modem' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'modem', which is a contraction of 'modulator-demodulator'.
Historical Evolution
'modem' changed from the Latin word 'modulor' meaning 'to measure' and eventually became the modern English word 'modem'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'modem' referred to a device that modulates and demodulates signals, but 'non-modem' specifically refers to the absence of such a device.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not involving or using a modem.
The non-modem connection was slower than expected.
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Last updated: 2025/01/13 05:21