The Wi-Fi
Example: Wi-Fi provides wireless internet access for guests
Definition
"Wi-Fi" refers to a technology that allows devices to connect to the internet wirelessly using radio waves, commonly found in hospitality settings to provide guests with easy and convenient internet access without the need for cables or physical connections.
Etymology
The term "Wi-Fi" was coined as a play on the word "Hi-Fi" (high fidelity), originally related to high-quality audio. It was created by a branding company to represent wireless fidelity, though it doesn't technically stand for anything. The name quickly became synonymous with wireless internet technology.
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"The Wi-Fi" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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