dial

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈdaɪəɫ/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

A graduated, circular scale over which a needle moves to show a measurement (such as speed).

2 Definition

A clock face.

3 Definition

A sundial.

4 Definition

A panel on a radio etc showing wavelengths or channels; a knob that is turned to change the wavelength etc.

5 Definition

A disk with finger holes on a telephone; used to select the number to be called.

6 Definition

A person's face.

7 Definition

A miner's compass.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To control or select something with a dial, or (figuratively) as if with a dial.

Example Sentences
  • President Trump has recently dialled down the rhetoric.
2 Definition

To select a number, or to call someone, on a telephone.

Example Sentences
  • In an emergency dial 999.
3 Definition

To use a dial or a telephone.

Example Sentences
  • Please be careful when dialling.