- present participle of broadcast.
broadcasting
Americannoun
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the act of transmitting speech, music, visual images, etc., as by radio or television.
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radio or television as a business or profession.
She's training for a career in broadcasting.
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Born Trent Clutts on Dec. 16, 1958, in Huntsville, Ala., Cody was inspired to pursue a career in broadcasting during visits to a Kentucky radio station with his dad.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
That’s an unparalleled opportunity for broadcasting and advertising, with consumer and sporting-goods companies being major spenders.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
According to a Xinhua report, more than 20 takeout stalls in the eastern city of Hangzhou have installed "transparent kitchens" with live broadcasting features, allowing consumers to view food preparation in real time.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
“We also added a professional recording studio, where I continued my songwriting and broadcasting career,” Kathie explained to the outlet.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
It instantly began broadcasting conversations between ground control and the B-29 observation planes.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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