Channel: meaning, definitions and examples

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channel

[ ˈtʃænəl ]

^{Context #1}

television

A television station and its programs.

Synonyms

network, station

Examples of usage

I always watch the news on that channel.
What channel is the game on?

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communication

A medium of communication or information.

Synonyms

medium, method

Examples of usage

The internet is a valuable channel for research.
Face-to-face communication is a more personal channel.

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directing

To direct towards a particular end or object.

Synonyms

direct, funnel

Examples of usage

She channeled her energy into her work.
The river was channeled to prevent flooding.

Translations

Translations of the word "channel" in other languages:

🇵🇹 canal

🇮🇳 चैनल

🇩🇪 Kanal

🇮🇩 saluran

🇺🇦 канал

🇵🇱 kanał

🇯🇵 チャンネル

🇫🇷 canal

🇪🇸 canal

🇹🇷 kanal

🇰🇷 채널

🇸🇦 قناة

🇨🇿 kanál

🇸🇰 kanál

🇨🇳 频道

🇸🇮 kanal

🇮🇸 rás

🇰🇿 арна

🇬🇪 არხი

🇦🇿 kanal

🇲🇽 canal

Word origin

The word 'channel' originated from the Old French word 'chanel' which meant 'water pipe, gutter, groove'. It later evolved to refer to a course for water, a means of communication, and a medium for conveying information. The modern usage of 'channel' in the context of television and communication dates back to the 1920s with the rise of broadcasting and media.