teleport

n. a machine or device used to move people or things instantly.

n. a hypothetical or fictional device used for instantaneous transport; a teleporter.

“The character stepped into the teleport and disappeared in a flash of light.”

“The script required a futuristic teleport design that looked functional rather than purely magical.”

Informal

n. a place on the ground that sends and receives signals from satellites.

n. a ground station that functions as a hub for connecting a satellite network with terrestrial telecommunications networks.

“The company built a new teleport to handle the increased satellite data.”

“The facility serves as a major international teleport, managing high-bandwidth uplinks for several global broadcasting corporations.”

Technical