Fax: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ
Add to dictionary

fax

 

[ fรฆks ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

communication technology

A fax, or facsimile, is a technology that allows for the transmission of documents over a telephone line. It typically involves scanning a document, converting it into a series of electronic signals, and then sending it to a receiving machine that prints out the document on paper. Faxes were widely used in business settings before the advent of email and digital communication. Despite this decline, fax machines are still utilized in certain industries that require secure document transmission.

Synonyms

facsimile, telecopy.

Examples of usage

  • Please send the contract via fax.
  • I received a fax message this morning.
  • Can you fax me the proposal by noon?
  • The doctor sent a fax with my prescription.
Context #2 | Verb

to send documents

To fax means to send a document using a fax machine. This involves placing the document in the machine and dialing the recipient's fax number. The machine then transmits the document electronically, allowing the recipient to receive a printed copy of it. While emailing has largely replaced this function, faxing is still prevalent in certain sectors due to legal and privacy considerations.

Synonyms

send by fax, telecopy.

Examples of usage

  • I need to fax this letter urgently.
  • Can you fax over the forms?
  • She faxed her resume to the company.

Translations

Translations of the word "fax" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fax

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅˆเค•เฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fax

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ faks

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะฐะบั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ faks

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚กใƒƒใ‚ฏใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fax

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fax

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท faks

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒฉ์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุงูƒุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fax

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fax

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไผ ็œŸ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ faks

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fax

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะฐะบั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒฅแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ faks

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fax

Etymology

The term 'fax' is derived from the word 'facsimile', which comes from the Latin 'fac simile', meaning 'make similar'. The technology itself emerged in the early 19th century with the invention of the electrical telegraph, leading to various methods of transmitting written documents. The first commercial fax machine was developed in 1843 by Scottish inventor Alexander Bain. However, it wasn't until the 1980s and 1990s that fax machines became commonplace in offices worldwide, with improvements in technology making them more accessible. While their popularity has waned in the digital age, fax machines are still used in certain sectors, emphasizing the importance of secure document transmission.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,021 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.