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Media and Communication - Broadcasting

Here you will learn some English words related to broadcasting such as "interference", "signal", and "transmission".

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television

the electronic medium of transmitting audiovisual content to viewers

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radio
radio
[noun]

the transmission and reception of audio content through electromagnetic waves, providing a platform for delivering news, music, and other forms of entertainment to listeners

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frequency
frequency
[noun]

the specific number of waves that pass a point every second

Ex: In physics, frequency is measured in hertz, which represents the number of waves passing a point per second. 
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airwaves
airwaves
[noun]

radio waves used as a medium for broadcasting television and radio programs

Ex: The local radio station broadcasts its programs over the airwaves. 
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gigahertz
gigahertz
[noun]

a unit that is used to measure the frequency of a radio wave, or speed of a computer, which is equal to 1 billion Hertz

Ex: Modern Wi-Fi routers often operate at frequencies of 2.4 gigahertz and 5 gigahertz. 
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interference

disturbance caused by signals from a different source which lead to unwanted noise in a radio signal that is being received

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long wave
long wave
[noun]

a radio wave with a frequency under 300 kHz and a wavelength of more than 1 kilometer that is used for broadcasting

Ex: The radio station broadcasts on a long wave frequency, allowing it to be heard over vast distances. 
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medium wave

a radio wave that has a frequency between 300 kHz and 3 MHz and a wavelength between 100 to 1000 meters, which is used for broadcasting

Ex: The medium wave signal from the local radio station can be heard clearly across the city. 
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short wave

a radio wave that has a frequency between 3 and 30 MHz, and a wavelength between 10 to 100 meters, used for broadcasting

Ex: Short wave signals can travel thousands of miles by bouncing off the Earth's atmosphere. 
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megahertz
megahertz
[noun]

a unit that is used to measure the frequency of a radio wave which is equal to 1 million Hertz

Ex: The radio station broadcasts on a frequency of 101.5 megahertz. 
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signal
signal
[noun]

a series of electrical or radio waves carrying data to a radio, television station, or mobile phone

Ex: The satellite transmits a signal to the television station, allowing live broadcasts to be aired. 
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time signal

a recognizable signal that the radio broadcasts at a precise time to indicate the accurate time of day

Ex: The radio station broadcasts a time signal every hour to help people keep their clocks accurate. 
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tower
tower
[noun]

a tall structure, usually made of metal, used to transmit television or radio signals

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transmission

the activity of transmitting a signal, a message or a program that is being broadcast on radio or television

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UHF
UHF
[noun]

a range of radio waves with a frequency between 300 MHz and 3000 MHz, especially used in broadcasting television and radio programs that are of high-quality

Ex: The new digital TV antenna picks up both VHF and UHF signals, improving channel reception. 
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vhf
vhf
[noun]

radio waves in the range of 30 to 300 MHz that are used in broadcasting TV signals

Ex: The pilot used the VHF radio to communicate with air traffic control during the flight. 
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waveband
waveband
[noun]

a series of radio waves with similar lengths used for specific types of radio broadcasting

Ex: You can switch between different wavebands on your radio to tune into various stations. 
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wavelength

the distance between a point on a wave of energy and a similar point on the next wave

Ex: In physics, wavelength is the distance between two consecutive peaks (or troughs) of a wave. 
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white noise

a noise that holds numerous sound frequencies with the same strengths

Ex: The white noise from the fan helped me fall asleep faster. 
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broadcast
broadcast
[noun]

the distribution of audio or video content to a wide audience, typically through radio or television, using a network or airwaves

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dead air
dead air
[noun]

the absence of any sound or broadcast signal on a radio or television channel, resulting in a period of silence or static noise

Ex: During the live radio show, there was an awkward moment of dead air when the host forgot their lines. 
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reception
reception
[noun]

the quality or the act of receiving radio, television or cellphone signals

Ex: The reception in this area is poor, so I can’t get a good signal. 
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feed
feed
[noun]

a program sent out by a satellite or from the main network to radio and television stations for broadcasting

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narrowcast

the transmission or dissemination of content to a specific and targeted audience or niche market, as opposed to broadcasting to a broad and general audience

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talkback
talkback
[noun]

‌a system by which people working in a radio station can communicate with one another without being heard by the audience

Ex: During the live show, the technicians communicated through talkback to adjust the sound levels. 
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static
static
[noun]

interfering noises on telecommunication systems, such as radio, caused by electrical disturbances in the air

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public access

a right given to people to broadcast their own programs on television or radio channels

Ex: The local cable station offers public access for anyone who wants to create their own show. 
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syndication

the licensing or distribution of television or radio programs to multiple broadcasters or stations for airing, allowing content to reach a broader audience beyond its original network or production company

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network
network
[noun]

a group of TV or radio stations broadcasting the same program at the same time in different places

Ex: The popular show was aired on a national network, reaching millions of viewers. 
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frequency modulation

one of the main methods of radio broadcasting with a high sound quality

Ex: Frequency modulation is commonly used in FM radio broadcasting to transmit high-fidelity sound over long distances. 
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amplitude modulation

one of the main methods of radio broadcasting with a lower sound quality than FM

Ex: The AM signal fades out when driving through areas with poor reception. 
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cord-cutting

the trend of canceling traditional cable or satellite TV subscriptions in favor of streaming services or other digital media options

Ex: Many consumers are opting for cord-cutting, canceling their traditional cable TV subscriptions in favor of streaming services. 
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