Definition

The act of broadcasting music or videos on radio or television, allowing people to listen to or watch them without needing to download or purchase them.

Example

The song received significant airplay on local radio stations.

Conversation

Did you hear my song on the radio last night?

Yeah, I did! It had great airplay this week.

I can't believe it! I'm so excited about the airplay it’s getting.

You should be! It's a big step for your music career.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Airplay is formed from "air" (from Old English "aer", meaning the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth) and "play" (from Old English "plegian", meaning to engage in activity for enjoyment). The term refers to the act of streaming or playing media wirelessly through the air.

Memory Tip

Think of 'air' as the invisible medium through which signals travel and 'play' as engaging in enjoyable activities — together, they describe the act of enjoying media streamed wirelessly.

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