hotline

hot·line

or hot line H5305600 (hŏt′līn′)n.1. A direct and immediate telephone linkup, especially between heads of government, as for use in a crisis.2. A telephone line that gives quick and direct access to a source of information or help: a 24-hour hotline.

hotline

(ˈhɒtˌlaɪn) n1. (Telecommunications) a direct telephone, teletype, or other communications link between heads of government, for emergency use2. (Telecommunications) any such direct line kept for urgent use

Translations

hotline

1. A telecommunications link, especially a telephone line, that provides fast, direct access to a source of information, confidential assistance, or emergency aid. We've set up a hotline for any potential witnesses to come forward with information about the incident.2. A direct and immediate line of communication between the heads of different governments, used especially for or during an international crisis. The hotline between the U.S. and Canada has been in constant use after the terrorist attack at the border of the two countries.

hot line

A telephone line that gives quick and direct access to a source of information or help. For example, Our state has an AIDS hot line in every county. This term was originally (and is still) used for a direct link between heads of government for use during a crisis, but was quickly extended to wider applications. [1950s] See also: hot, line

a ˈhot line (to somebody)

a special telephone line to an important person, such as a president, etc. which is used in emergencies: The President of the United States spoke on the hot line with the Prime Minister about the crisis.See also: hot, line

hotline

A telephone system often manned by volunteers and dedicated to answering questions about a particular disease or group of diseases–eg, AIDS 'hotline'; or designed to facilitate access to a particular service–eg, abused women 'hotline'. See National Disaster Medical hotline.

hotline

A continuously managed telephone line for communicating with professionals who can help people experiencing crises, such as abuse or neglect, illicit drug distribution, impending suicide, intoxications and poisoning, domestic violence, or rape.

Patient discussion about hotline

Q. What to do in a crisis or when you feel depressed? Hi Everybody - I found some great resources for people that feel despondent, suicidal, or simply need to speak to someone about their problems. You don't need to feel bad because there are numerous hotlines with highly trained operators available to help you. These hotlines are 100% FREE to use and completely ANONYMOUS. Please remember that these resources are not associated with iMedix at all. Suicide Prevention / Depression* USA: Hopeline (Suicide): 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)* USA: Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-Talk (1-800-8255)* USA: Teen Hotline Covenant House NineLine: 1-800-999-9999* USA: SOS Teen Hotline: 1-800-949-0057* USA: Grief Recovery Helpline : 1-800-445-4808* USA: Directory of local helplines / centers* UK: Samaritans (Nat'l and local): 08457 90 90 90 or jo@samaritans.org* Global directory of suicide hotlines - http://suicidehotlines.com/A. I meant to write folks. sorry.

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释义	hotline hot·line or hot line H5305600 (hŏt′līn′)n.1. A direct and immediate telephone linkup, especially between heads of government, as for use in a crisis.2. A telephone line that gives quick and direct access to a source of information or help: a 24-hour hotline. hotline (ˈhɒtˌlaɪn) n1. (Telecommunications) a direct telephone, teletype, or other communications link between heads of government, for emergency use2. (Telecommunications) any such direct line kept for urgent use Translations hotline hotline 1. A telecommunications link, especially a telephone line, that provides fast, direct access to a source of information, confidential assistance, or emergency aid. We've set up a hotline for any potential witnesses to come forward with information about the incident.2. A direct and immediate line of communication between the heads of different governments, used especially for or during an international crisis. The hotline between the U.S. and Canada has been in constant use after the terrorist attack at the border of the two countries. hot line A telephone line that gives quick and direct access to a source of information or help. For example, Our state has an AIDS hot line in every county. This term was originally (and is still) used for a direct link between heads of government for use during a crisis, but was quickly extended to wider applications. [1950s] See also: hot, line a ˈhot line (to somebody) a special telephone line to an important person, such as a president, etc. which is used in emergencies: The President of the United States spoke on the hot line with the Prime Minister about the crisis.See also: hot, line Hotline Hotline (company)Hotline Communications Ltd.. Hotline (messaging)Hotline Connect. hotline hotline A telephone system often manned by volunteers and dedicated to answering questions about a particular disease or group of diseases–eg, AIDS 'hotline'; or designed to facilitate access to a particular service–eg, abused women 'hotline'. See National Disaster Medical hotline. hotline A continuously managed telephone line for communicating with professionals who can help people experiencing crises, such as abuse or neglect, illicit drug distribution, impending suicide, intoxications and poisoning, domestic violence, or rape. Patient discussion about hotline Q. What to do in a crisis or when you feel depressed? Hi Everybody - I found some great resources for people that feel despondent, suicidal, or simply need to speak to someone about their problems. You don't need to feel bad because there are numerous hotlines with highly trained operators available to help you. These hotlines are 100% FREE to use and completely ANONYMOUS. Please remember that these resources are not associated with iMedix at all. Suicide Prevention / Depression* USA: Hopeline (Suicide): 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)* USA: Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-Talk (1-800-8255)* USA: Teen Hotline Covenant House NineLine: 1-800-999-9999* USA: SOS Teen Hotline: 1-800-949-0057* USA: Grief Recovery Helpline : 1-800-445-4808* USA: Directory of local helplines / centers* UK: Samaritans (Nat'l and local): 08457 90 90 90 or jo@samaritans.org* Global directory of suicide hotlines - http://suicidehotlines.com/A. I meant to write folks. sorry. More discussions about hotline AcronymsSeeH/LThesaurusSeehot line
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