Hi-fi

//ˌhaɪˈfaɪ// adj, noun

adj, noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    High fidelity. uncountable
  2. 2
    Alternative letter-case form of hi-fi. alt-of, uncountable
  3. 3
    the reproduction of sound with little or no distortion wordnet
  4. 4
    An electronic device used to play recorded sound, especially music. countable
  5. 5
    equipment for the reproduction of sound with high fidelity wordnet
Adjective
  1. 1
    modern, fashionable, hi-tech. India

    "If buses could fly: Hi-fi idea to fix traffic woes back on table"

Adjective
  1. 1
    characterized by minimal distortion in sound reproduction wordnet

Synonyms

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Example

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"Japanese cameras, cars, and hi-fi equipment are used widely abroad, and few modern industries can manage without advanced electronic equipment developed in Japan."

Etymology

Shortened form of high fidelity.

Related phrases

Wi-Fimini hi-fimini hi-fi system

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