ring time
"Ring time" has diverse meanings across telecommunications, technical settings, and historical contexts related to marriage.
Definition
B2Telecommunications
(technical)The duration from when a phone starts ringing until it is answered or directed to voicemail.
Example
- The ring time was too short, and I missed the call.
- You can adjust the ring time on your phone to avoid missing important calls.
C1Marriage
(archaic)A period designated for the exchange of rings during a betrothal or marriage ceremony.
Example
- In olden times, the ring time was a significant part of the wedding festivities.
C2Technical
(technical)A specific interval affecting the operation of devices, such as the time influencing a DAC's settling period.
Example
- The ring time of the DAC must be optimized for better performance.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ring time":
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