dial
/dˈaɪʌl/
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Definitions
Noun
the face of a timepiece; graduated to show the hours
Noun
the control on a radio or television set that is used for tuning
Noun
the circular graduated indicator on various measuring instruments
Noun
a disc on a telephone that is rotated a fixed distance for each number called
Verb
operate a dial to select a telephone number; "You must take the receiver off the hook before you dial"
Verb
choose by means of a dial; "dial a telephone number"