television
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1 the device (n.) A1 Beginnerthe piece of equipment with a screen that you use to watch programmes.
the physical electronic device equipped with a screen and speakers for receiving and displaying broadcast signals.
ExampleWe bought a new television for the living room because the old one was too small.
ExampleThe technician calibrated the new television to ensure the colour balance remained consistent across different lighting conditions in the showroom.
UsageOften shortened to 'TV' in everyday speech.
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2 the medium or industry (n.) A2 Elementarythe system of broadcasting moving pictures and sound to people's homes.
the medium of electronic communication used for transmitting real-time visual images and sound.
ExampleTelevision has changed a lot since the internet became popular.
ExampleCritics argue that television remains the most influential medium for shaping public opinion during national elections.
UsageUsed without an article when referring to the medium in general.
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3 the programmes (n.) A2 Elementarythe shows and films that are broadcast.
the collective content or programming broadcast via the medium of television.
ExampleThere is too much advertising on television these days.
ExampleThe documentary explored how children's television has evolved to include more educational content over the last decade.
UsageUsually uncountable in this sense.
From tele- + vision; first attested in 1900, probably influenced by French télévision from Constantin Perskyi's 1900 paper that was unpublished but presented at a Paris conference.