Definitions for 24/7ˈtwɛn tiˌfɔr ˈsɛv ən, -ˌfoʊr-, ˈtwʌn ti-
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
24/7*ˈtwɛn tiˌfɔr ˈsɛv ən, -ˌfoʊr-, ˈtwʌn ti-
or24-7; or24X7
(adv.)continually; constantly:
They're together 24/7.
Category: Status (usage)
(adj.)continual; constant:
The manufacturer offers 24/7 customer support.
Category: Status (usage)
* Slang..
Origin of 24/7:
1985–90; shortening of twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
Princeton's WordNet
24/7(noun)
uptime is 24 hours a day 7 days a week
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