The Clue
Kind of tone (4 letter answer)
The Answer
DIAL
Tags
Notes
The answer DIAL is seen frequently, appearing about once every 120 puzzles.
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Definition
DIAL as a noun:
1. the face of a timepiece; graduated to show the hours
2. the control on a radio or television set that is used for tuning
3. the circular graduated indicator on various measuring instruments
4. (dial, telephone dial) = a disc on a telephone that is rotated a fixed distance for each number called
DIAL as a verb:
1. operate a dial to select a telephone number; "You must take the receiver off the hook before you dial"
2. choose by means of a dial; "dial a telephone number"