pager
1 synonym for pager, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small wireless device that receives short text or numeric messages.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Formed from page and -er (an agent-noun suffix), or, for sense 3, page and -er (a measurement suffix).
Full origin of pager →Frequently asked questions
What does “pager” mean?
The word “pager” means a small wireless device that receives short text or numeric messages. In plain terms, a small handheld device for receiving brief messages, common before smartphones.
How do you pronounce “pager”?
“Pager” is pronounced payd-zhuh (/peɪd͡ʒə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “pager” in a sentence?
Here is “pager” used in a sentence: “Doctors still carry pagers in some hospitals.”
What part of speech is “pager”?
“Pager” is a noun.
Related words
back-pager
eight-pager
one-pager
