baby monitor

noun

: an electronic device consisting of a one-way radio or video transmitter with a portable receiver for remotely listening to or observing an otherwise unattended child
Since they were introduced in the early eighties, baby monitors have helped reassure millions of moms and dads that their children were snoozing safely.Anna David

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About 10 minutes later, Johnston checked the baby monitor and couldn't see Archie and ran up the stairs to try and find him. Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024 By integrating features focused on security, clarity, and automation, the baby monitor is designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s families, emphasizing both safety and convenience. Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024 Understanding baby monitor security While most types of baby monitors can be hacked, the likelihood and type of hacking varies based on the type of device. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 12 Sep. 2024 There’s also just nothing more terrifying than the idea of seeing something impossible on a baby monitor. Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for baby monitor 

Word History

First Known Use

1985, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of baby monitor was in 1985

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“Baby monitor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baby%20monitor. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.

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