Mike (noun)

A device that converts sound waves into electrical energy to amplify or record sound.

Origin:

Mike is short for the word microphone. it comes from the greek word "mikros" meaning small and "phone" meaning sound.

Examples:

1. He spoke into the mike.
2. The singer adjusted her mike before starting to sing.
3. The interviewer held the mike close to the subject's face.
4. The mike was not working properly, causing feedback.
5. The mike was wireless and could be used anywhere in the room.