Communication Technology

noun the transmission of radio or television signals

verb to transmit a program or information over the airwaves

• The broadcasting of the royal wedding was watched by millions of viewers around the world.
• I love broadcasting my gaming sessions on Twitch for my friends to watch.
• Did you catch the latest podcast broadcasting live from New York City?
• Her smile was like a broadcasting signal, lighting up the room with joy.

noun the rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time

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• The frequency of earthquakes in this region is concerning to geologists.
• I can't believe the frequency of traffic jams on this road.
• The frequency of his jokes is off the charts.
• The frequency of her visits to the gym is like clockwork.

noun A device that allows two-way communication between people in different parts of a building or ship.

• The receptionist used the intercom to announce the arrival of the guests.
• Can you buzz me in through the intercom when I arrive?
• I'll give you a shout on the intercom when I'm outside.
• The intercom of social media allows for instant communication with people all over the world.

noun relating to or involving sight or vision

adjective of or relating to the eye or vision

• The optic nerve transmits visual information from the eye to the brain.
• I'm getting my optic nerves checked at the optometrist tomorrow.
• I love these new sunglasses, they're so optic.
• His optimism was like an optic lens, refracting light into every situation.

noun an abbreviation for 'public address system'

• The PA system in the auditorium allows for clear communication during school assemblies.
• Hey, can you hear me through the PA system? I'm announcing something important.
• I'll crank up the PA system so everyone can hear the music loud and clear.
• Her voice echoed through the room like a PA system, commanding everyone's attention.

noun a place where trains, buses, or other vehicles stop to pick up and let off passengers

verb to assign someone to a particular station or location

adjective relating to or characteristic of a station

• The train station is located in the center of town.
• Let's meet at the station before heading to the concert.
• I'll catch you at the station later, dude.
• Her mind was a station of conflicting thoughts and emotions.

noun a system for transmitting messages or signals to a distant place, especially by means of an electric device consisting essentially of a sending instrument and a distant receiving instrument connected by a conducting wire or other communications channel

• The telegraph was a revolutionary form of communication in the 19th century.
• I sent a telegraph to my friend to let them know I was coming to visit.
• Back in the day, people used to 'telegraph' each other before texting was a thing.
• The sudden silence between them was like a telegraph of their deteriorating relationship.

noun the apparatus used in telegraphy

• Telegraphy was once a popular method of long-distance communication before the invention of the telephone.
• My great-grandfather used to work in telegraphy back in the day.
• I have no idea how telegraphy even works, it's like magic or something.
• In today's fast-paced world, email has replaced telegraphy as the modern form of communication.

noun the elongated, prehensile nose of an elephant or other large mammal

• The elephant used its trunk to pick up the peanuts.
• I threw my bag in the trunk of the car.
• I found some old clothes in the trunk of my closet.
• The trunk of the tree reached out like a giant arm.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

• The professor voiced her concerns about the research methodology during the conference.
• She voiced her opinion about the new project in the meeting.
• I finally mustered up the courage to voice my feelings to her.
• The painting beautifully voiced the artist's inner emotions and struggles.