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Area code
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a series of numbers at the beginning of a phone number that specifies a region, town, etc.
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
area codes
What is an "area code"?
An area code is a set of digits used in a phone number to identify a specific geographic region within a country. It helps direct the call to the correct location, whether it is a city, district, or specific area within a larger region. In many countries, area codes are part of a larger telephone numbering system that ensures calls are sent to the proper local network.
Examples
I accidentally dialed the wrong area code when trying to reach my friend in another city.
