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gramophone

noun

gram·​o·​phone ˈgra-mə-ˌfōn How to pronounce gramophone (audio)

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Consider the Brandy Alexander, a cocktail so old the mere mention of it invites the images of grandparents and gramophones. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Nov. 2025 The Academy Awards were first handed out nearly 100 years ago; the Emmys more than 75 years ago; and the Grammys handed out their first gold gramophone in 1959. Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2025 The Latin Grammy nominations were announced yesterday morning, and Bad Bunny is the top contender for golden gramophones this year. Brittney Melton, NPR, 18 Sep. 2025 Other stars who will be vying for a golden gramophone alongside Bad Bunny include Colombian pop star Karol G, Argentinian hip-hop duo CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso and Latin icons including Alejandro Sanz, Gloria Estefan and lyrical soprano, Mexican singer-songwriter Natalia Lafourcade. Edward Segarra, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gramophone

Word History

Etymology

from Gramophone, a trademark

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gramophone was in 1887

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“Gramophone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gramophone. Accessed 30 Nov. 2025.

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