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COMM

n. C / U
C1 Advanced US //ˈkɑm// comm

n. a short way of saying communication or commerce. You often see this in business names or on computer parts that help machines talk to each other.

n. a truncated form of 'communication' or 'commerce', frequently appearing in technical, military, or business contexts. Often used as a prefix in compound terms or as a label for hardware interfaces.


SIMPLE

The technician checked the comm port on the back of the computer.

CONTEXTUAL

The pilot lost comm with the tower for several minutes during the heavy storm.

COMPLEX

In modern naval operations, maintaining secure comm channels is vital for coordinating movements across a vast theater of operations without alerting the adversary.

Usage

Often functions as a modifier in compound nouns like 'comm link' or 'comm gear'.

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