900 number

900 number

noun
a telephone number preceded by the three-digit code “900,” used to provide information or entertainment for a fee charged directly to the caller's telephone bill.

Origin:
1985–90

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Main Entry:  900 number
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  a fee-based telephone number for long-distance information or entertainment calls, with a prefix of 900
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