Mobiles Meaning in English
word · lemma: mobile
Definition
The plural of 'mobile', which can mean 1) mobile phones or 2) decorative objects that hang and move in the air.
Usage & Nuances
'Mobiles' most commonly refers to mobile phones in modern English, especially outside the US (in the US, 'cell phones' is more typical). In art or decor, 'mobiles' means hanging kinetic sculptures. Context is key for distinguishing the meaning.
Example Sentences
Many people use their mobiles to check the news.
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Please turn off your mobiles during the movie.
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The baby's room has colorful mobiles hanging from the ceiling.
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Most teenagers can’t imagine life without their mobiles these days.
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I saw some beautiful handmade mobiles at the art fair.
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Can you put all the mobiles on silent for the meeting, please?
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