telecasting
|tel-e-cast-ing|
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/ˈtɛlɪˌkæstɪŋ/
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/ˈtɛlɪˌkɑːstɪŋ/
(telecast)
broadcast via television
Etymology
Etymology Information
'telecast' originates from the combination of 'tele-' from Greek 'tēle,' meaning 'far off,' and 'cast' from Old English 'casten,' meaning 'to throw.'
Historical Evolution
'telecast' was coined in the 20th century as a blend of 'television' and 'broadcast.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to broadcast via television,' and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of broadcasting a program or event via television.
The network is telecasting the football match live.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41