Broadcasts: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is typically used to describe the general act of sending out television or radio programs for public entertainment or information.

• The news broadcasts start at 6 PM
• They watched the broadcasts of the World Cup games

This term is more technical and can refer to the process of sending out a signal or a broader concept of sending out information, including radio. It is less commonly used in everyday conversation about TV and radio.

• The transmission was interrupted due to technical issues
• They worked on improving the transmission quality for the radio station

This term is often used to refer to the act of making a program or content available on TV or radio at a scheduled time. It gives a sense of a planned, specific time slot.

• The new episode is airing tonight at 8 PM
• There's a live airing of the concert this weekend

This word is specifically used for television broadcasts. It's slightly formal and not as commonly used in everyday speech. It can be used when referring to specific television coverage.

• The telecast of the awards ceremony was amazing
• They stayed up to watch the telecast of the presidential debate

Used generally for distributing audio and video content to the public via radio, television, or internet.

• The evening news broadcasts at 6 PM.
• They will broadcast the concert live.

Used more technically or formally, often in a scientific or engineering context, to describe the sending of signals, data, or energy from one place to another.

• The satellite is able to transmit data across the globe.
• They will transmit the signal to the receiver.

Commonly used in the context of television and radio to refer to when a program is being shown or played.

• The new episode will air next Sunday.
• The documentary airs at 8 PM.

Typically used for transmitting programs by television, often in a formal context.

• The game will be telecast live on channel 5.
• A special telecast of the award ceremony will be shown tonight.