DSL

American

abbreviation

digital subscriber line: a technology that allows high-speed transmission of text, audio, and video, usually over standard telephone lines; a form of broadband transmission.

Etymology

Origin of DSL

1995–2000

Example Sentences

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The Netherlands will reopen the January 2044 green DSL on Tuesday, while Austria will offer February 2031- and February 2036-dated bonds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

This makes it a reliable option for remote or rural areas where traditional services like DSL - a connection that uses telephone lines to transmit data - or cable are unavailable.

From BBC • Oct. 22, 2024

Alcántara hit .136 with two homers, 10 RBIs and 21 steals last year for the DSL Cubs.

From Washington Times • May 25, 2023

Traditional satellite internet is slow and expensive but can be a crucial backup for rural remote workers whose only other option is slow, flaky DSL.

From The Verge • Aug. 4, 2022

The DSL service she has now works for basic internet, but it can be spotty and it doesn’t allow users to access all the benefits of the interconnected world.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 13, 2022

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