Definition

A person or organization that transmits television programs to the public.

Example

The telecaster announced the breaking news live on air.

Conversation

Did you see that new telecaster show last night?

Yeah, I caught a bit of it!

I thought the telecaster did a great job presenting the news.

Absolutely! They really know how to engage the audience.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Telecaster → It is formed from "tele-" (from Greek "tēle", meaning far or at a distance) and "caster" (from Latin "castare", meaning to cast or throw). The word "telecaster" refers to a device that casts or transmits signals over a distance, particularly in broadcasting.

Memory Tip

Think of 'far' ('tele-') and 'casting' ('caster') to remember that a telecaster is a device that transmits signals over a distance.

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