Phono/fəʊnəʊ,fəʊnə,fəˈnɑː,fəʊn,fəˈn/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Historic Device Used when talking about music-playing technology from past eras, not modern devices. She collects phonos from the early 20th century. Pro Tip 2/3Nostalgic Tone Evokes a sense of nostalgia; often mentioned in conversations about history or antiques. Listening to the phono takes me back to my childhood. Pro Tip 3/3Specific Context Mostly used in discussions related to collecting or using vintage audio equipment. I found an amazing phono at the flea market!