fax

noun

ˈfaks 

1

: facsimile sense 2

2

: a device used to send or receive facsimile communications

3

: a facsimile communication

fax verb

Examples of fax in a Sentence

She sent me a copy of her report by fax.

She sent me a fax of her report.

Recent Examples on the Web

In 1980, Robert Metcalfe proposed that a single fax machine on its own is useless, but the value of many fax machines connected to one another results in a network effect that increases exponentially with faxes deployed. —Barry Libert, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024

Sure, fax machines and outdated computers are there for the taking. —Mark Peikert, IndieWire, 13 Dec. 2024

The fax machine that no one under 40 knows how to operate? —Jj Rosen, The Tennessean, 8 Dec. 2024

The latter, according to a company spokesperson, works like a traditional landline and is compatible with landline-using services, like fax machines, medical monitoring devices, alarm systems, and elevators. —Addy Bink, The Hill, 10 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing fax

• fax modem

Kids Definition

fax

noun

ˈfaks 

1

: facsimile sense 2

2

: a machine used to send or receive facsimile communications

3

: a facsimile communication

fax verb