squawk box en · NOUN
Meanings
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(slang) An intercom or public address system.
Then the voice on the squawk box mentioned the Lorelei Hotel.
1970, Wally Ferris, Across 110th, page 225:
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(slang) A television.
Doris has a lot of homework to do tonight, so I'm stuck here with my little squawk box!
1964, Stan Lee, 3 Against The Torch!, page 4:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| squawk boxes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |