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Telecasted: meaning, definitions and examples

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telecasted

 

[ˈtɛlɪˌkæstɪd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

broadcasting event

Telecasted refers to the act of transmitting a television program or event to an audience. It involves the broadcasting of video and audio content over the airwaves or through cable systems, allowing viewers to watch the program on their television sets. The term is commonly used to denote recorded or live programming that is made available to the public. Telecasting has become a crucial medium in today's digital age for entertainment, news, and sports.

Synonyms

air, broadcast, transmit.

Examples of usage

  • The concert was telecasted live to millions of viewers.
  • The news was telecasted in prime time.
  • The tournament matches were telecasted across several networks.
  • The event was telecasted internationally.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from 'television' and 'broadcast', with 'tele' meaning far and 'cast' meaning to throw.
  • It first appeared in the English language in the late 1940s when TV became popular.
  • The concept combines technologies of radio and visual media, indicating the evolution of communication.

Technology

  • Telecasting revolutionized how information, entertainment, and news are disseminated across countries and continents.
  • With the rise of satellite technology in the 1960s, telecasts could be sent globally with better quality.
  • Today, telecasting includes various formats, from traditional TV to streaming services via the internet.

Pop Culture

  • The first telecast of a full-length film occurred in 1953 when 'The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet' was aired on television.
  • Major sports events, like the Super Bowl, are telecasted to millions, making them cultural phenomena.
  • Famous TV shows often have special telecast events that attract large audiences, enhancing viewer engagement.

Historical Significance

  • Television's ability to telecast events live changed political and social landscapes, allowing real-time news coverage.
  • The 1963 broadcast of John F. Kennedy's assassination marked a pivotal moment in how news was consumed telecasted live to a national audience.
  • NASA's lunar landing in 1969 was famously telecasted, allowing millions to witness the historic event as it happened.

Psychology

  • Research shows that telecasted content can greatly influence public opinion and behaviors due to its visual and auditory stimulation.
  • Television can shape social norms and values through the themes and messages portrayed in various programs.
  • The phenomenon of 'water cooler conversation' springs from shared experiences of watching popular telecasts, fostering community discussions.

Translations

Translations of the word "telecasted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transmitido

🇮🇳 प्रसारित

🇩🇪 übertragen

🇮🇩 ditayangkan

🇺🇦 транслювався

🇵🇱 transmitowany

🇯🇵 放送された

🇫🇷 diffusé

🇪🇸 transmitido

🇹🇷 yayınlandı

🇰🇷 방송된

🇸🇦 بث

🇨🇿 vysílaný

🇸🇰 vysielaný

🇨🇳 播出

🇸🇮 predvajan

🇮🇸 sýnd

🇰🇿 трансляцияланды

🇬🇪 ტრანსლირებული

🇦🇿 yayım olunan

🇲🇽 transmitido

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,356, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.