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Receiver

usgb/rɪˈsiːvər/Volume
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Telephone Context

Used specifically when referring to the part of a landline phone you hold to your ear.

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She cradled the receiver gently after hearing the good news.
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Action Required

Often implies taking an action like picking up or hanging up the telephone.

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He slammed the receiver down in frustration.
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