900 number
900 number · 900 numbers
A telephone number for which an extra charge is assessed, part of which is returned to…A telephone number for which an extra charge is assessed, part of which is returned to the owner of the number.
Meaning
1 senses(Canada, US)A telephone number for which an extra charge is assessed, part of which is returned to the owner of the number.
Origin
In the original North American Numbering Plan, telephone numbers with the 800 area code weIn the original North American Numbering Plan, telephone numbers with the 800 area code were designated as toll-free, whereby the recipient of the call assumed all associated charges. Subsequently, telephone companies introduced 900 numbers, enabling the subscriber to impose additional fees on callers.
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Forms
plural: 900 numbers| Singular | 900 number |
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