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Faxes Meaning in English

word · lemma: fax

ˈfæksɪz
FAKS-iz
fˈæksɪz
FAX-iz

Definition

Printed or scanned documents sent electronically over a telephone line, using a fax machine. This is the plural form of 'fax'.

Usage & Nuances

Somewhat outdated; most often used in business or official contexts. Used as the plural of 'fax' (the document or the act). Examples: 'send faxes,' 'receive faxes.' Distinct from 'fax machine' (the device itself).

Example Sentences

He sent three faxes to the office this morning.

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We keep all the important faxes in a file.

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I received your faxes yesterday afternoon.

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Could you check if any new faxes came in while I was out?

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Back in the 90s, businesses used faxes all the time for contracts.

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We don’t get many faxes these days—most people use email.

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