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hot line
hot·line or hot line H5305600 (hŏt′līn′)n.1. A direct and immediate telephone linkup, especially between heads of government, as for use in a crisis.2. A telephone line that gives quick and direct access to a source of information or help: a 24-hour hotline.hot′ line`
n. 1. a direct telecommunications link, as a telephone line or Teletype circuit, enabling immediate communication between heads of state in an international crisis. 2. Also, hot′line`. a telephone number providing direct access to a company, professional service, or agency, as for information, the lodging of complaints, or counseling. [1950–55] Hot LineAn emergency communications link between the US and USSR presidents from 1963 to reduce the risk of accidental war, especially nuclear strikes.Thesaurus| Noun | 1. | hot line - a direct telephone line between two officialsphone line, subscriber line, telephone circuit, telephone line, line - a telephone connection |
Translationsassistenza telefonicalinea direttatelefono rossohot line
hotline1. A telecommunications link, especially a telephone line, that provides fast, direct access to a source of information, confidential assistance, or emergency aid. We've set up a hotline for any potential witnesses to come forward with information about the incident.2. A direct and immediate line of communication between the heads of different governments, used especially for or during an international crisis. The hotline between the U.S. and Canada has been in constant use after the terrorist attack at the border of the two countries.hot lineA telephone line that gives quick and direct access to a source of information or help. For example, Our state has an AIDS hot line in every county. This term was originally (and is still) used for a direct link between heads of government for use during a crisis, but was quickly extended to wider applications. [1950s] See also: hot, linehot line
hot line[′hät ′līn] (communications) Direct circuit between two points, available for immediate use without patching or switching. hot line
hot line [hot´ līn″] telephone assistance for those in need of crisis intervention (q.v.), as in suicide prevention, usually available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and staffed by nonprofessionals with mental health professionals serving as advisors or in a back-up capacity.hot line (hot līn) In health care, a direct telephone link for emergency services. Patient discussion about hot lineQ. What to do in a crisis or when you feel depressed? Hi Everybody - I found some great resources for people that feel despondent, suicidal, or simply need to speak to someone about their problems. You don't need to feel bad because there are numerous hotlines with highly trained operators available to help you. These hotlines are 100% FREE to use and completely ANONYMOUS. Please remember that these resources are not associated with iMedix at all. Suicide Prevention / Depression* USA: Hopeline (Suicide): 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)* USA: Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-Talk (1-800-8255)* USA: Teen Hotline Covenant House NineLine: 1-800-999-9999* USA: SOS Teen Hotline: 1-800-949-0057* USA: Grief Recovery Helpline : 1-800-445-4808* USA: Directory of local helplines / centers* UK: Samaritans (Nat'l and local): 08457 90 90 90 or jo@samaritans.org* Global directory of suicide hotlines - http://suicidehotlines.com/A. I meant to write folks. sorry. More discussions about hot lineLegalSeeLineFinancialSeelineAcronymsSeehit listhot line
Words related to hot linenoun a direct telephone line between two officialsRelated Words- phone line
- subscriber line
- telephone circuit
- telephone line
- line
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