mono-channel
|mon/o-chan/nel|
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/ˈmɒnoʊ ˌtʃænəl/
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/ˈmɒnəʊ ˌtʃænəl/
single communication path
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mono-channel' originates from the Greek word 'monos,' meaning 'single,' and the English word 'channel,' referring to a medium of communication or transmission.
Historical Evolution
'mono-channel' evolved from the combination of 'mono-' and 'channel' to describe systems using a single channel.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any single communication path, but now it is often used in audio and broadcasting contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or using a single channel for communication or transmission.
The mono-channel audio system was simple but effective.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42