Phono

usgb/fəʊnəʊ,fəʊnə,fəˈnɑː,fəʊn,fəˈn/
noun

A short word for phonograph, a device for playing music from the old times.

My grandpa still has a vintage phono in his living room.
Visual representation of "phono" - A short word for phonograph, a device for playing music from the old times.

Often appears as...

  • vintage phono
  • old phono

Usage tips

Informal

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Historic Device

Used when talking about music-playing technology from past eras, not modern devices.

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She collects phonos from the early 20th century.
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Nostalgic Tone

Evokes a sense of nostalgia; often mentioned in conversations about history or antiques.

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Listening to the phono takes me back to my childhood.
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Specific Context

Mostly used in discussions related to collecting or using vintage audio equipment.

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I found an amazing phono at the flea market!
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