telephone book

noun
a book, directory, or the like, usually containing an alphabetical list of telephone subscribers in a city or other area, together with their addresses and telephone numbers.
Also called telephone directory.


Origin:
1910–15

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telephone book

noun
a directory containing an alphabetical list of telephone subscribers and their telephone numbers [syn: phonebook
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Telephone_book is always a great word to know.
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an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
Example sentences
There are fire extinguisher companies in the telephone book that provide this
  service.
Have them estimate how many pizzerias are listed in a telephone book that
  serves your community.
The name, address and telephone number will also be found in your local
  telephone book under city or county government.
Please check your local state of residence telephone book for information.
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