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television
/ˈtel.ɪ.vɪʒ.ən/
[/ˈtel.ɪ.vɪʒ.ən/]
broadcast screen
Beginnernoun
Definition
A device with a screen that receives and shows broadcast pictures and sound.
Example
They gathered around the television to watch the final match together on the cold evening.
They gathered around the television to watch the final match together on the cold evening.
Etymology
From Greek 'tele' (far) and Latin 'visio' (sight), coined in the early 20th century.
How & Where It’s Used
The household device and the medium itself; commonly shortened to 'TV'.