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broadband

adj. uncountable
C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˈbɹɔdˌbænd// UK //bɹˈɔːdbænd// broad·band

adj. a fast internet connection that is always on. It allows you to send and receive large amounts of data quickly, like when you watch videos or play games online.

adj. a high-capacity transmission technique using a wide range of frequencies, which enables the simultaneous communication of multiple signals. In common usage, it refers specifically to high-speed internet access that is always active and faster than traditional dial-up.


SIMPLE

We need faster broadband to watch movies online.

CONTEXTUAL

The government is investing in rural infrastructure to ensure every household has access to reliable broadband.

COMPLEX

While mobile data speeds have improved significantly, a dedicated fiber-optic broadband connection remains the gold standard for low-latency gaming and high-definition video conferencing.

Synonyms
Origin

From broad + band.

Usage

Commonly used as an uncountable noun or as an attributive noun (e.g., 'broadband connection').

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