webcasting
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈwɛbˌkæstɪŋ/
KK: /ˈwɛbˌkæstɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of broadcasting audio or video content over the Internet, often in real-time, allowing viewers to watch or listen online.
Example
The conference was made accessible to a global audience through webcasting.
Conversation
Have you heard about webcasting? It's becoming really popular.
Yeah, I saw a few live events online recently, they looked fun.
I think it’s a great way to connect with people from anywhere.
Absolutely! It makes sharing experiences so much easier.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
streaming
broadcasting
transmission
Antonyms
censorship
silence
restriction
verb
Definition
To broadcast live or recorded video and audio content over the internet.
Example
The company is webcasting the conference so that people can watch it online.
Tense Forms
Past: webcast
Past Participle: webcast
Conversation
Did you see the latest event they are webcasting?
Yeah, I caught part of it! It looked interesting.
I think webcasting is a great way to reach more people.
Root Explanation
Webcasting is formed from "web" (originating from Old English *webb*, meaning a woven fabric or network) and "casting" (from Old Norse *kasta*, meaning to throw). The term describes the act of broadcasting content over the internet, akin to throwing information across a network.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'woven network' ('web') where information is 'thrown' ('casting') to viewers — that's what webcasting means.
Visually Confused Words
recasting
westing
wasting
easting
casting
basting