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hi-fi

hi-fi [ h f ] (plural hi-fis)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. high-quality audio equipment: a set of high-quality equipment for reproducing and usually recording sound, which may include a CD player, tape deck, turntable, tuner, amplifier, and speakers ( dated )

2. recording 
Same as  high fidelity


[Mid-20th century. Shortening of high fidelity]
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