wireless fidelity in English

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Etymology: Back-formation from Wi-Fi. The term "Wi-Fi" was coined as a pun on "hi-fi" which is an abbreviation for "high fidelity." Etymology templates: {{back-form|en|Wi-Fi}} Back-formation from Wi-Fi Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} wireless fidelity (uncountable)

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"wireless fidelity" meaning in English

Noun