Langimage
English

phoner

|phon-er|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈfoʊnər/

🇬🇧

/ˈfəʊnə/

phone user

Etymology
Etymology Information

'phoner' originates from the English word 'phone,' which is derived from the Greek word 'phōnē,' meaning 'voice' or 'sound.'

Historical Evolution

'phone' evolved from the Greek word 'phōnē' and was adapted into English as 'phone,' eventually leading to the creation of the term 'phoner.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'phone' referred to the device used for voice communication, and 'phoner' evolved to describe someone who uses the phone, especially in a professional context.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who makes phone calls, especially as part of their job.

The company hired several phoners to conduct the survey.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42