telecommunications

American  

[tel-i-kuh-myoo-ni-key-shuhnz] / ˌtɛl ɪ kəˌmyu nɪˈkeɪ ʃənz /

noun

1. (used with a singular verb) Sometimes telecommunication. the transmission of information, as words, sounds, or images, usually over great distances, in the form of electromagnetic signals, as by telegraph, telephone, radio, or television.

2. (used with a singular verb) Sometimes telecommunication. the science and technology of such communication.

3. telecommunication, a message so transmitted.

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adjective

1. of or relating to telecommunications.

telecommunications British  

/ ˌtɛlɪkəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃənz /

noun

1. (functioning as singular) the science and technology of communications by telephony, radio, television, etc

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Etymology

Origin of telecommunications

First recorded in 1930–35; tele- ¹ + communication + -s ³

Example Sentences

A pivot toward value stocks has benefited the telecommunications industry this year, with the major players all outperforming the broader market.

From MarketWatch

Another rough month means the information sector, which includes telecommunications, data processing and IT workers, has shed more than 300,000 jobs since its recent peak in late 2022.

From The Wall Street Journal

The proliferation of GPS dead zones poses a threat to airline operators, financial and telecommunications providers, shipping firms and militaries.

From The Wall Street Journal

Many providers of financial and telecommunications systems, commercial air travel and other vital services are seeking suitable alternatives.

From The Wall Street Journal

The best-performing Australian tech and telecommunications stocks belong to those companies showing that they are using AI to lower costs or raise revenues, Macquarie analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal

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