boob tube

/bub tub/
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Definitions of boob tube
  1. noun
    an electronic device that receives television signals and displays them on a screen
    synonyms: goggle box, idiot box, television, television receiver, television set, telly, tv, tv set
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    type of:
    receiver, receiving system
    set that receives radio or tv signals
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