telecommunications
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/ˌtɛlɪkəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃənz/
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/ˌtɛlɪkəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃənz/
(telecommunication)
long-distance communication
Etymology
Etymology Information
'telecommunications' originates from the French word 'télécommunications', where 'télé-' meant 'far' and 'communication' meant 'exchange of information'.
Historical Evolution
'télécommunications' transformed into the English word 'telecommunications' in the 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'exchange of information over a distance', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the transmission of signals over a distance for the purpose of communication.
Telecommunications have revolutionized the way we connect with each other.
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Last updated: 2025/01/31 17:49