Definition

The act of sending or broadcasting something again, often through a different method or at a later time.

Example

The retransmission of the signal improved the quality of the broadcast.

Conversation

Did you catch the last sports game on TV?

No, I missed it! Was it good?

Yeah, but I heard they might do a retransmission later this week.

That would be great! I’d love to watch it then.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Retransmission → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "transmittere" (from Latin, meaning to send across). The word refers to the act of sending something across again, such as a signal or message.

Memory Tip

Think of sending something 'again' ('re-') across ('transmittere') — that's why retransmission means to send it again.

Visually Confused Words