landline
Definition
Noun: A physical, fixed telecommunications connection that uses cables, such as copper wire or optical fiber, routed over land, as opposed to a wireless or cellular connection. It traditionally refers to a telephone line connected to a network by a physical wire.
Usage
A "landline" is used to describe a traditional, wired telephone service in a home, office, or other fixed location. * My grandparents still prefer to use their landline for phone calls. * The office landline number is different from my mobile number. * During the storm, the mobile network failed, but the landline was still working.
Advanced Usage
- "Hardwired" connection: In broader technical contexts, "landline" can imply any fixed, physical cable connection for communications, contrasting with wireless systems.
- For maximum security and speed, the server is connected via a landline.
Variants and Related Words
- Landline phone (n): The physical telephone device connected to a landline.
- She picked up the landline phone to answer the call.
- Fixed line (n): A synonym for landline, commonly used in international and technical contexts.
- The country has a high penetration rate of fixed-line telephony.
Synonyms
- Fixed line
- Wired line
- Main line (context-specific)
Antonyms
- Mobile phone
- Cell phone
- Wireless
Related Phrases
- Landline connection: Emphasizes the state of being connected via a landline.
- We need a stable landline connection for the fax machine.
- Landline network: Refers to the infrastructure of fixed telephone lines.
- The landline network is maintained by the national telecom company.
Noun
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a telephone line that travels over terrestrial circuits
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a land line can be wire or fiber optics or microwave
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