911

[ nahyn-wuhn-wuhn, nahyn-i-lev-uhn ]

1. (in the United States and Canada) the telephone number used to reach emergency medical, fire, and police services.

Word History and Origins

Origin of 911¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

“I thought he called 911 he didn’t- he put his hands in pocket for phone immediately after getting hit but phone wasn’t there just filled with blood so he took off down the driveway out to the main road to flag a car down for help. 10 cars later someone turned around to help and called 911.”

From Los Angeles Times

A 911 call was made from the scene around 11:10 a.m about an accident involving a single-engine craft, according to Los Angeles County Fire Capt. Sheila Kelliher-Berkoh.

From Los Angeles Times

The Los Angeles Fire Department said the Autozone on the 1300 block of Highland Avenue at the intersection of Fountain Avenue was engulfed when firefighters arrived after a 911 call at 4:21 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times

A 911 caller reported an “explosion” related to a battery issue, he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Anyone who sees Latorre should call 911, police said.

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