speaking-tube

A teacher uses a speaking-tube to give instructions to the classroom.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A tube for conveying sound: A "speaking-tube" is a hollow tube, typically made of metal or rubber, used to transmit the voice from one location to another, especially in ships, buildings, or between rooms, allowing communication without shouting or moving.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The captain shouted orders through the speaking-tube to the engine room. (A tube used to communicate between different parts of a ship.)
  • In the old mansion, a speaking-tube connected the kitchen to the dining room. (A tube allowing voice communication between rooms.)

Advanced Usage

• "to speak through a speaking-tube": to use the tube for vocal communication.

  • The steward spoke through the speaking-tube to inform the passengers of the delay. (He used the tube to relay a message.)

• "to install a speaking-tube": to set up a tube for communication.

  • They installed a speaking-tube between the guardhouse and the main building for quick alerts. (They placed a tube for efficient voice transmission.)

Variants and Related Words

• Tube (n): a hollow cylindrical object used for conveying liquids, gases, or sounds.

  • The speaking-tube is a specialized type of tube for speech. (A tube designed for voice transmission.)

• Speaking (adj): used for or related to speech.

  • The speaking-tube relies on the speaking person's voice. (The tube is designed for spoken communication.)

Synonyms

• Voice pipe: another term for a speaking-tube, especially in nautical or historical contexts.
• Acoustic tube: a tube used to transmit sound waves.

Phrasal Verbs

• Speak through: to communicate via a medium or device.
  • They spoke through the speaking-tube to coordinate repairs. (They used the tube to talk to each other.)

Related Idioms

• Down the speaking-tube: a phrase indicating communication via the tube.
  • He shouted down the speaking-tube for assistance. (He used the tube to call for help.)