broadcaster

American  

[brawd-kas-ter, -kah-ster] / ˈbrɔdˌkæs tər, -ˌkɑ stər /

noun

1. a person or thing that broadcasts.

2. a person or organization, as a network or station, that broadcasts radio or television programs.

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Etymology

Origin of broadcaster

First recorded in 1920–25; broadcast + -er ¹

Example Sentences

British broadcaster Channel 4 reported in 2023 that Sallay was linked to the Islamist bombers and had met them prior to the attack.

From Barron's

“She may already be gone. She may have already gone home to the Lord that she loves,” the TV broadcaster said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Snoop Dogg made headlines at the Winter Olympics, where he was an honorary coach for Team USA as well as a special correspondent for US broadcaster NBC.

From Barron's

Along with British streaming sites, they will be required to follow content and accessibility rules applied to traditional broadcasters, a statement said.

From Barron's

Weiss, a former New York Times opinion writer, was appointed to her new role as part of a bid by the broadcaster's new owner to reshape it.

From BBC

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