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monomedia

|mo/no/me/di/a|

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/ˌmɒnoʊˈmiːdiə/

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/ˌmɒnəʊˈmiːdiə/

single medium

Etymology
Etymology Information

'monomedia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'mono' meaning 'single' and 'media' from Latin 'medium' meaning 'means of communication'.

Historical Evolution

'monomedia' was coined in the late 20th century to describe media that uses a single form of communication.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to any single form of media, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a form of media that uses a single medium or channel for communication.

The artist's work is a classic example of monomedia, relying solely on visual elements.

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Last updated: 2025/01/28 20:53