Definition

To produce a short, high-pitched sound, often used by electronic devices to signal or alert.

Example

The car will beep when you lock the doors.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that beep from my phone?

Yeah, it sounded like a notification.

I wonder what it was; it keeps making that beep sound.

Maybe you should check your messages to find out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A short, high-pitched sound made by a device, often used as a signal or alert.

Example

The car made a loud beep when I pressed the horn.

Conversation

Did you hear that beep from my phone?

Yeah, what was it for?

I think it’s just a reminder I set earlier.

Definition

To make a short, high-pitched sound, often used to signal or alert someone.

Example

The car will beep when you lock the doors.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear my phone beep earlier?

Yeah, I thought it was mine at first!

I wonder if I accidentally set it to beep for notifications.

Root Explanation

The word 'beep' originates from the sound it represents, imitating a short, sharp sound made by electronic devices. It does not have clear roots in Latin, Greek, Old English, or Old French, but is considered an example of onomatopoeia, where the word phonetically resembles the sound it describes.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'beep' as mimicking the actual sound itself — it helps you remember that 'beep' refers to that short, sharp noise.

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