ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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

  1. (in the plural) Systems used in transmitting such signals.
  2. (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

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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