vitaphone

/vaɪˈteɪfoʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A system of sound recording or reproduction that uses a phonograph disk with a spiral groove.

“The inventor developed a new technology that combined the vitaphone with a motion picture system.”

2. proper noun

A brand of motion picture sound system developed by Western Electric in the 1920s.

“The theater was one of the first to use the Western Electric Vitaphone system.”

Synonyms

  • phonograph
  • sound system

Antonyms

  • silent film
  • silent movie