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noun

ringtone

Ringtone (noun) means the sound a mobile phone makes to signal an incoming call. Example: “He changed his ringtone to his favorite song.”

noun
1
The sound a mobile phone makes to signal an incoming call.
"He changed his ringtone to his favorite song."

How to use ringtone

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe customizable alert sound on a phone.

Word forms

ringtoned past tense, ringtones plural, ringtones singular

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He changed his _____ to his favorite song.

Etymology

From "ring" (the sound a phone makes) plus "tone."

Rhymes for ringtone

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ringtone” mean?

The word “ringtone” means the sound a mobile phone makes to signal an incoming call. In plain terms, the customizable alert sound on a phone.

How do you use “ringtone” in a sentence?

Here is “ringtone” used in a sentence: “He changed his ringtone to his favorite song.”

What part of speech is “ringtone”?

“Ringtone” is a noun.

What is the meaning of ringtone?

"ringtone" (noun) means the sound a mobile phone makes to signal an incoming call.

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