multimedia
|mul/ti/me/di/a|
B2
/ˌmʌltiˈmiːdiə/
multiple media forms
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multimedia' originates from Latin, specifically the words 'multi-' meaning 'many' and 'media' meaning 'mediums'.
Historical Evolution
'multimedia' was adopted into English in the 20th century to describe the integration of multiple forms of media.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the use of various media forms, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the use of a combination of different content forms such as text, audio, images, animations, video, and interactive content.
The multimedia presentation included videos, slides, and music.
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Last updated: 2025/01/22 06:55