What is another word for megaphones?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛɡəfˌə͡ʊnz] (IPA)

Megaphones are widely used in public gatherings, protests and outdoor events. These are acoustic devices that amplify sound and make it audible to a large audience. There are various synonyms for the word megaphones including bullhorns, loudspeakers, amplified speakers, cones, horns, and voice projectors. Bullhorns are commonly used by law enforcement officials to communicate with large crowds. Loudspeakers and amplified speakers are widely used in music concerts, public speeches, and announcements. Cones and horns are vintage style megaphones commonly used in cheerleading events to increase the volume of the performer's voice. Voice projectors are electronic devices that enhance the speaker's voice and project it to a large audience.

What are the hypernyms for Megaphones?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Megaphones

Voices exploded from megaphones every few minutes.
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Roy and Hadden and Cole were to lead the cheering and to this end had armed themselves with brown megaphones.
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Then out they trotted, nine sturdy young figures in grey suits and brown and white striped stockings, while Roy, Hadden and Cole shook their megaphones and students and graduates and friends shouted enthusiastically.
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