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aux

AWKS

Aux (noun) means an auxiliary input on a sound system, used to plug in an external audio device. Example: “Just plug your phone into the aux and we can play your playlist.”

noun
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An auxiliary input on a sound system, used to plug in an external audio device.
"Just plug your phone into the aux and we can play your playlist."

How to use aux

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe extra audio jack on a stereo or speaker that lets you connect another device.

When to use it

Informal shortening of "auxiliary," mainly used for car stereos and speakers.

Word forms

auxes plural

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What does “aux” mean?

The word “aux” means an auxiliary input on a sound system, used to plug in an external audio device. In plain terms, the extra audio jack on a stereo or speaker that lets you connect another device.

How do you pronounce “aux”?

“Aux” is pronounced AWKS (/ˈɔks/ in IPA).

How do you use “aux” in a sentence?

Here is “aux” used in a sentence: “Just plug your phone into the aux and we can play your playlist.”

What part of speech is “aux”?

“Aux” is a noun.

Is “aux” a common word?

“Aux” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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