intercom
1 synonym for intercom, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A two-way communication system fitted through a building or vehicle, often used for buzzing people in or making announcements.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
intercommunication system
How to use intercom
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
buzz someone in on the intercom
speak over the intercom
Etymology
A shortened form of "intercommunicator."
Full origin of intercom →Frequently asked questions
What does “intercom” mean?
The word “intercom” means a two-way communication system fitted through a building or vehicle, often used for buzzing people in or making announcements. In plain terms, a speaker-and-microphone system for talking between rooms or to a building entrance.
How do you use “intercom” in a sentence?
Here is “intercom” used in a sentence: “She buzzed the visitor in after hearing his voice on the intercom.”
What part of speech is “intercom”?
Depending on how it is used, “intercom” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “intercom” have?
“Intercom” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a two-way communication system fitted through a building or vehicle, often used for buzzing people in or making announcements.
