PA system

or P.A. system, p.a. system

noun

1. public-address system.

PA system

noun

1. See public-address system

Word History and Origins

Origin of PA system¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

“They announced it over the PA system, but I was so oblivious to everything but what I was doing on the mound that I didn’t even hear it.”

From Los Angeles Times

Nelson Mandela, who reportedly piped her music through the PA system of Robben Island while he was incarcerated there.

From Los Angeles Times

Backed by drums, shakers and a PA system, the group cast chants over the fence toward the building, in hopes those inside could hear them.

From Seattle Times

Then came the announcements over the PA system — “trauma on the ramp,” and a minute later, “Medics at the door” — heralding the arrival of the second gunshot victim, brought in by Seattle Fire Department paramedics.

From Seattle Times

It has cost Mr Davies, who served in Afghanistan, about £3,500 for the lights and PA system around the town's war memorial.

From BBC

Related Words

• bullhorn
• megaphone
• public address system