televise
Americanverb (used with or without object)
verb
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to put (a programme) on television
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(tr) to transmit (a programme, signal, etc) by television
Other Word Forms
- retelevise verb (used with object)
- untelevised adjective
Etymology
Origin of televise
First recorded in 1925–30; back formation from television
Example Sentences
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In a rare, televised press conference in Havana, the Cuban leader said the exchanges were “aimed at finding solutions through dialogue to the bilateral differences between our two nations.”
His statement, carried in writing by Iranian state media, contrasted with the regular televised addresses to the nation his father would give.
The new leader, notably, did not appear in person for the televised statement.
From Los Angeles Times
If you can’t make it to Sacramento, Spectrum is televising all 12 games.
From Los Angeles Times
Austin Reaves’ 29 second-half points turned a highly anticipated nationally televised game into a blowout.
From Los Angeles Times
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