Meaning of the word bleeper in English

What does bleeper mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bleeper

US /ˈbliːpər/
UK /ˈbliːpər/

Noun

a small electronic device that makes a series of short, high-pitched sounds, often used to alert someone or to censor offensive language on television or radio

Example:
The doctor carries a bleeper for emergencies.
They used a bleeper to censor the swear words on the live broadcast.