REDIALLING Meaning and
Definition
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Redialing is a verb that refers to the act of dialing a telephone number again, especially after an initial call attempt was unsuccessful or was disconnected. It involves pressing the appropriate button or key on a phone, typically labeled "redial," to automatically dial the most recently dialed number. Redialing saves time and effort by eliminating the need to manually input the desired phone number again.
The purpose of redialing is to reconnect with the party or number called earlier. It is commonly used when a call could not be connected due to factors such as a busy line, an unanswered call, or an accidental disconnection. By simply pressing the redial button, the phone system automatically dials the number, saving the user from having to enter the digits manually.
Redialing can be a convenient feature in situations where individuals frequently make repeated calls to the same number or when urgency or time constraints are involved. It allows for a quicker connection to the intended recipient, reducing the need for manual dialing and potential errors in number input.
Overall, redialing is a practical function found on most modern telephones and communication devices, making it easier to retry connecting with a number that was previously dialed without requiring the user to go through the entire dialing process again.
Etymology of REDIALLING
The word "redialling" is derived from two separate components: "re-" and "dialing".
The prefix "re-" in English is commonly used to indicate repetition or again. It comes from the Old English word "ræd", meaning "again" or "backward".
The word "dialing" is derived from the noun "dial" which refers to a device used for indicating numbers in a telephone or clock. The term "dial" originated from the Latin word "dialis", meaning "daily" or "relating to a day".
When these two components are combined, "re-" and "dialing", they form the word "redialing". It specifically refers to the action of dialing a phone number again or repeating the process of dialing.
Conjugate verb Redialling
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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FUTURE
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PAST PERFECT
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PRESENT
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PERFECT
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