telefax

noun

tele·​fax ˈte-li-ˌfaks How to pronounce telefax (audio)

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Homan has used parts from typewriters, an oncology machine, cars and motorcycles and an old telefax machine in his work. Laura Latzko, azcentral, 19 Mar. 2018

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of telefax was in 1941

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“Telefax.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/telefax. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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