speed dial

noun, verb — 3 senses

speed dial

nounalso spelled speed-dial
1

A function on some telephones allowing a phone number to be dialed by pressing only one or two keys.

2

Internet A web browser feature that displays frequently or recently visited websites for quick access.

speed-dial

verb

Etymology From speed + dial.

1

Communications, Electrical engineering, Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Telecommunications, Telephony To dial using speed dial.

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