Telecommunication
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌtɛləkəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Telecommunication is a noun meaning (countable) A message so transmitted.
Meaning
(countable) A message so transmitted.
More Meanings
- (in the plural) Systems used in transmitting such signals.
- (uncountable) The science and technology of the communication of messages over a distance using electric, electronic or electromagnetic impulses.
Example Sentences
A part of the nervousness at Chelsea involves whether any more sponsors will follow the telecommunications and internet service provider Three in withdrawing support, at least temporarily.
Oct. 1 is “U-Day,” when Myanmar officially will adopt the new system. From then on, all electronic communication from government offices, telecommunications companies, banks and media must be in Unicode, by law.
Word Forms
- telecommunications
Synonyms for telecommunication
Depending on context, synonyms include telecom, telecoms.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include communications, telecoms, telephone, telegraphic, telco, telegraph.
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