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voicemail

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for voicemail, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A system that records spoken messages left by callers when a phone isn't answered.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

voice mail

How to use voicemail

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

leave a voicemail check your voicemail

Etymology

A blend of voice and mail, originally a trademarked product name that became a generic term.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “voicemail” mean?

The word “voicemail” means a system that records spoken messages left by callers when a phone isn't answered. In plain terms, a recorded phone message, or the system that stores it.

How do you use “voicemail” in a sentence?

Here is “voicemail” used in a sentence: “Leave a message after the beep and I'll check my voicemail later.”

What part of speech is “voicemail”?

Depending on how it is used, “voicemail” can be a noun and a verb.

Is “voicemail” a common word?

“Voicemail” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “voicemail” have?

“Voicemail” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a system that records spoken messages left by callers when a phone isn't answered.

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