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transmits

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //tɹænzˈmɪts// UK //tɹænsmˈɪts// trans·mits

v. to pass something from one person, place, or thing to another. You use this when talking about signals, diseases, or information moving across a distance.

v. to pass or convey something from one person, place, or thing to another. Often refers to the propagation of signals, the spread of pathogens, or the communication of information.


SIMPLE

The tower transmits radio signals to the whole city.

CONTEXTUAL

The mosquito transmits the virus to humans through its bite, making it a primary vector for the disease.

COMPLEX

Modern fiber-optic cables can transmit vast quantities of data across the ocean floor with minimal signal loss or latency.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.

Pitfall

The radio transmits to the musicThe radio transmits the musicTransmit is transitive; it requires a direct object (the thing being sent) rather than a prepositional phrase starting with 'to'.

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