intercom
noun
in·ter·com
ˈin-tər-ˌkäm 
: a two-way communication system with a microphone and loudspeaker at each station for localized use
Examples of intercom in a Sentence
I heard my name called on the intercom.
His secretary's voice came over the intercom, telling him that he had a visitor.
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The sound of my name over the intercom briefly disturbed the peace of the eatery and its outdoor patio.
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Idaho Statesman, 28 Mar. 2026
In the week following Julie’s death, a reporter from The Daily Pennsylvanian investigated El Vista’s lack of security, citing tenant complaints — among them broken intercoms, no chainlocks on apartment doors, and open back doors.
—Annalise Peterson, NBC news, 21 Mar. 2026
Additionally, in-game audio logs and non-local ship intercoms will pour through the DualSense controller speaker, providing players with an immersive experience.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
No one answered the intercom when White rang.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
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Idaho Statesman, 28 Mar. 2026
In the week following Julie’s death, a reporter from The Daily Pennsylvanian investigated El Vista’s lack of security, citing tenant complaints — among them broken intercoms, no chainlocks on apartment doors, and open back doors.
—Annalise Peterson, NBC news, 21 Mar. 2026
Additionally, in-game audio logs and non-local ship intercoms will pour through the DualSense controller speaker, providing players with an immersive experience.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
No one answered the intercom when White rang.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for intercom
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“Intercom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intercom. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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intercom
noun
in·ter·com
ˈint-ər-ˌkäm
: a two-way communication system with microphone and loudspeaker at each end
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