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multimedia

n. · adj.
US //ˌməɫtaɪˈmidiə// UK //mˌʌltɪmˈiːdiːɐ// mul·ti·me·dia
  1. 1 combined media (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Computing

    the combination of sound, video, and text used to present information.

    the combined use of several media, such as sound, video, and text, to convey information or entertainment. Uncountable in this sense.

    Example

    The museum uses multimedia to make the history exhibition more exciting for visitors.

    Example

    The curriculum relies heavily on multimedia to engage students who have different learning styles, incorporating interactive videos alongside traditional text.
    • digital media
    • mixed media
  2. 2 using multiple media (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Computing

    using or involving several different types of media like video and sound.

    relating to or using a combination of different content forms. Usually non-gradable and placed before the noun.

    Example

    She created a multimedia presentation for her final project at university.

    Example

    The company launched a multimedia marketing campaign that spanned social media videos, radio advertisements, and interactive web banners.
Origin

From multi- + media.

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