NYT Dictionary

MIKE

/ˈmaɪk/
NounVerbMEYEKGrade 2

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2025, 2026

Meaning

A microphone.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Alteration of mic, clipping of microphone. Attested since 1927.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

microphonemicbug

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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