BPL

¹ American  

abbreviation

Telecommunications, Digital Technology.

1. broadband over power lines: a technology that allows high-speed transmission of data over ordinary power lines.

   BPL can extend internet access to people living in rural areas.

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bpl. ² American  

abbreviation

1. birthplace.

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Etymology

Origin of BPL

First recorded in 2000–05

Example Sentences

Since Books Unbanned’s inception a year ago, the BPL reports that 6,300 teens from all 50 states have signed up for its National Teen eCard, and have checked out approximately 100,000 e-titles.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 27, 2023

If you’re interested in getting a BPL digital library card, you can apply by emailing [email protected].

From The Verge • Apr. 25, 2022

“We do expect the rapid spread of Covid-19 could adversely impact the supply of plasma,” a BPL Plasma spokesperson said.

From The Guardian • Mar. 25, 2020

Finally, when Sargent was 60, he returned to Boston to complete the BPL murals.

From Washington Post • Mar. 5, 2020

Did we only go to the BPL together because I helped her take the T?

From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari