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Phone booth
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an enclosed place with a public phone that someone can pay to use
What is a "phone booth"?
A phone booth is a small, enclosed space designed for making phone calls, typically found in public places. It contains a telephone, usually a payphone, where individuals can make local or long-distance calls. Phone booths were commonly used before the widespread use of mobile phones, offering a convenient way for people to make calls when away from home. They were often equipped with a glass or metal door for privacy, though their use has declined with the rise of mobile phone technology. Some phone booths have been repurposed for other uses or are preserved as historical landmarks.
Example
The phone booth had a sign indicating the rates for calls.
She stepped into the phone booth to make a private call.
She closed the door of the phone booth to avoid distractions.
Example
The phone booth had a sign indicating the rates for calls.
She stepped into the phone booth to make a private call.
She closed the door of the phone booth to avoid distractions.
He found an old phone booth on the street and decided to use it.
They waited for their turn to use the phone booth at the train station.
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