chatline en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈt͡ʃætˌlaɪn/ (General-American)
Etymology
From chat + line.
Meanings
- A telephone service in which a caller may converse with an operator on a specific subject.
- A similar service which allows conversation among a number of separate callers.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| chat line | alternative | lexicographic | |
| chatlines | Number=Plur | lexicographic |