The whole nation watched the ceremony on television.
The whole nation watched the ceremony on television.
English
television
ˈteləˌvɪʒ(ə)n, ˈtel.ə.vɪʒ.ən, ˈtɛləˌvɪʒən, ˈtɛlɪˌvɪʒən, ˌtɛləˈvɪʒən, ˌtɛlɪˈvɪʒən
Meaning: a system or device for transmitting and receiving moving images and sound
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Example sentences
There is nothing interesting on television tonight.
There is nothing interesting on television tonight.
The new television show attracted millions of viewers during its first season.
The new television show attracted millions of viewers during its first season.
The news was broadcast live on television.
The news was broadcast live on television.
She studied drama at college and later starred in a television drama.
She studied drama at college and later starred in a television drama.
Usage Notes
Can refer to the electronic device (television set) or the medium and business of broadcasting programs.
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