intercom

noun

in·ter·com ˈin-tər-ˌkäm

: a two-way communication system with a microphone and loudspeaker at each station for localized use

Examples of intercom in a Sentence

I heard my name called on the intercom. His secretary's voice came over the intercom, telling him that he had a visitor.

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Two aerodynamic helmets with integrated intercoms are provided so that the driver and passenger can converse even at high speeds. —

Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Dec. 2024 This alert also sets off strobe lights and takes over computer screens and intercoms, signaling to students and staff that an intruder is present. —

Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 10 Sep. 2024 Some curbside locations might also provide a button or an intercom to request assistance. —

Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Aug. 2024 The pilot, over the intercom, urgently told flight attendants to take their seats, and the plane started shaking and loudly rattling. —

Carly Lewis, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for intercom