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televisor

American  
[tel-uh-vahy-zer] / ˈtɛl əˌvaɪ zər /

noun

  1. an apparatus for transmitting or receiving television.


Etymology

Origin of televisor

First recorded in 1925–30; televise + -or 2

Example Sentences

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No importa cuánto le subamos el volumen del televisor mi esposa y yo, cada vez es más difícil entender a los actores de las películas y series que se transmiten en emisión en continuo.

From New York Times • Aug. 30, 2023

Para Villa, los ingresos adicionales que recibiría le permitirían al menos alquilar un apartamento de un dormitorio en lugar de vivir en un garaje con sólo un sofá y un televisor.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 2, 2023

Along with sets, from Baird’s 1928 ‘Noah’s Ark’ televisor to today’s ultra-thin screens, Horrocks examines the technology’s military uses, the ethical furore over content, and its uses as a symbol in art, film and literature.

From Nature • Jan. 30, 2018

He would also put on expensive demonstrations to show off his beloved "televisor" at places like Selfridges, in the hope of capturing the imagination of the general public, although he would barely break even.

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2016

“Then take care of yourself, and watch the televisor tomorrow, John.”

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov

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