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

"There must be no more lies," she told public broadcaster SRF.

From BBC

"I deeply regret bringing up this personal story on what was a day of celebration for Norwegian biathlon," Laegreid told NRK - Norway's state broadcaster.

From BBC

I was there as it was my turn to conduct what is known as a pool interview on behalf of all of the broadcasters.

From BBC

Tumbler Ridge student Darian Quist told the public broadcaster CBC that he was in his mechanics class when there was an announcement that the school was in lockdown.

From Barron's

Local Greens lawmaker Abigail Boyd told local broadcaster ABC she had been hurt by police at the march and posted a selfie to social media wearing a neck brace.

From Barron's

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