speaking tube
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speaking tube
n.
A tube used to convey the voice over a short distance, as from one part of a ship to another.
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speaking tube
n
(Telecommunications) a tube or pipe for conveying a person's voice from one room, area, or building to another
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speak′ing tube`
n.
a tube for conveying the voice over a somewhat limited distance, as from one part of a ship to another.
[1825–35]
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