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hangup

/hæŋˈʌp/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does hangup mean?

noun, verb

A hangup is a sudden stop or interruption, especially of a telephone conversation. To hang up is to end a telephone call or to stop something suddenly.

Example

"She hung up the phone in frustration after being put on hold for hours."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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