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trunk call

/ˈtrʌŋk kɔːl/

翻译: 历史上指通过长途干线并由接线员接通的长途电话,现已基本被直拨系统取代。

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/ˈtrʌŋk kɔːl/C1formalbritishtechnical已废弃
  • zh历史上指通过长途干线并由接线员接通的长途电话,现已基本被直拨系统取代。

A historical term for a long-distance telephone call, typically made through an operator and connected via a trunk line. This term is largely obsolete with the advent of modern direct-dialing systems.

  1. Long-distance telephone callB2formalbritish

    A telephone call made between different towns or cities, typically requiring operator assistance in the past.

    zh长途电话

    • In the 1950s, making a trunk call was expensive and required booking.
    • He placed a trunk call to his family in another city.
    • Trunk calls were gradually replaced by direct dialing systems.