Phrase guide

lavalier microphone

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A small microphone worn like a lavalier (suspended from a cord worn around the neck).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: sound engineering

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

Any small, hands-free microphone which is worn attached to the body or clothes.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: sound engineering; generally; sound engineering; generally

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: body mic, lapel mic, lavalier, lav mic

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Polish: mikroport — Any small, hands-free microphone which is worn attached to the body or clothes.
  • Polish: mikrofon krawatowy — Any small, hands-free microphone which is worn attached to the body or clothes.
  • Swedish: mygga — Any small, hands-free microphone which is worn attached to the body or clothes.