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411

noun
\ˈfȯr-ˈwən-ˈwən \

Definition of 411 

slang

: relevant information : skinny fiber-optic 411 fed 24/7 in satellite real time— Jeff MacGregor

Examples of 411 in a Sentence

received a call from their daughter, who excitedly gave them the 411 on all that had happened to her since arriving on campus a guide that will give you the 411 on what's hot and what's not

First Known Use of 411

1985, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for 411

from the telephone number 411 used to reach directory assistance

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The first known use of 411 was in 1985

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