Definition

A broadcast or recording of an event that is transmitted over the internet.

Example

The conference was available as a webcast for those who couldn't attend in person.

Conversation

Did you catch the webcast of the concert last night?

No, I missed it! How was it?

It was amazing; the sound was so clear through the webcast.

I wish I had seen it, maybe they’ll post a replay.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Webcast** → It is formed from "web" (from Old English *webb*, meaning a woven fabric or network) and "cast" (from Old Norse *kasta*, meaning to throw). The word "webcast" refers to a broadcast that is transmitted over the internet, akin to throwing information across a network.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'woven network' ('web') where information is 'thrown' or shared ('cast') — that's what a webcast does.

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