Loudspeaker

usgb/ˌlaʊdˈspiːkər/
noun

A device that transforms electrical signals into sound, often used in radios, televisions, and public announcement systems.

The announcement was made over the loudspeaker in the train station.
Visual representation of "loudspeaker" - A device that transforms electrical signals into sound, often used in radios, televisions, and public announcement systems.

Often appears as...

  • public address loudspeaker
  • wireless loudspeaker
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Visual representation of "loudspeaker"
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Usage Context

Usually denotes devices in public areas or electronic products for personal use. Not for individual headphones.

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They used a loudspeaker to address the crowd.
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Size Variations

Can vary in size dramatically, from small in smartphones to large for concerts.

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The festival stage had giant loudspeakers for the music.
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Implies Amplification

Implies sound is made louder for multiple or distant listeners, not just its source volume.

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The guide used a portable loudspeaker in the tour.
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