"811" meaning in English

See 811 in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

Etymology: Based on the telephone number used in North America to obtain non-emergency governmental services Head templates: {{en-proper-noun}} 811
  1. (Canada, US, telephony) The telephonic service for accessing some government services, depending on jurisdiction Tags: Canada, US Categories (topical): Telephony Synonyms: 8-1-1 Coordinate_terms: *67, *69, 311, 411, 911 Translations (government services access number): 811 (French), 811 (Spanish)

Alternative forms

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