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Definitions

microphone

[mahy-kruh-fohn] / ˈmaɪ krəˌfoʊn /
NOUN
instrument that transforms sound waves into electric currents
Synonyms
STRONGEST
mic mike
STRONG
WEAK


Example Sentences

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With Springsteen taking the microphone, the audience was treated to an unforgettable version of The Doors’ “Light My Fire,” followed by Steve Earle’s rip-roaring take on “Roadhouse Blues.”

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

Hegseth spent most of his time at the microphone praising Trump and God.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

González put down the microphone and somebody turned down the lights.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Then public comment began, and one of the most celebrated chefs in the world stepped to the microphone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Because the drone lizard didn’t just carry a miniature microphone.

From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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