airwaves

[air-weyvz]

plural noun

1. the media of radio and television broadcasting.

   The airwaves were filled with news flashes about the crisis.

airwaves

/ ˈɛəˌweɪvz /

plural noun

1. informal,  radio waves used in radio and television broadcasting

Word History and Origins

Origin of airwaves¹

1895–1900, for earlier sense; air ¹ + waves (plural of wave )

Example Sentences

Kimmel was briefly taken off the airwaves last month over remarks the host made in the wake of the murder of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, prompting a public outcry.

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The Maryland-based owner of several major ABC network affiliates said Friday the late night program will return to its airwaves immediately.

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It showed the limits the president sees on his power to wipe Kimmel from the airwaves, he said.

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During his emotional monologue upon returning to the airwaves Tuesday night — a week after he was suspended “indefinitely” — Kimmel opened by emphasizing the need for free speech.

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The FCC regulates radio, TV and satellite airwaves, giving it power over a range of matters, including mergers and decency complaints.

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