TV

Definition

TV (short for television) refers to a device used for receiving and displaying audiovisual content, or the system and medium for broadcasting such content. It is widely used for entertainment, education, and information dissemination.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌtiːˈviː/
• Respelling: tee-VEE

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌtiːˈviː/
• Respelling: tee-VEE

Etymology

The abbreviation "TV" comes from the word "television," derived from Greek "tele" (far) and Latin "visio" (sight). The term was coined in the early 20th century to describe the transmission of visual images over a distance. The shortened form "TV" became popular in the mid-20th century.

Derivatives

• Television (noun)
• Televised (adjective)
• Televising (noun/verb)
• TV-set (noun)
• TV station (noun)

Synonyms

• Television
• Screen
• Broadcast

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The noun "TV" is commonly used to refer to the device or medium, such as "She watched her favorite show on TV." It can also refer to content broadcast through the medium, as in "The movie was shown on TV last night."

Related Terms

• Broadcast: The transmission of programs or information by radio or television.
• Media: Platforms for disseminating information, including television.
• Streaming: The delivery of audiovisual content over the internet.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A device for receiving and displaying audiovisual content: Refers to the electronic appliance used for watching television programs.
  • Example: "He bought a new flat-screen TV for his living room."
• The medium or system for broadcasting audiovisual content: Refers to the technology or industry of television.
  • Example: "She works in the TV industry as a producer."
• Programs and content broadcast on television: Refers to the shows, news, or other audiovisual material transmitted via television.
  • Example: "The football match will be on TV tonight."