Broadcasting
/ˈbrɔːdkæstɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The transmission of audio or visual content to a dispersed audience via radio waves, television signals, or digital means, regulated to ensure content standards and rights management.
The company obtained a license for the broadcasting of live events nationwide.
- (v.) The act of transmitting content over the airwaves or digital platforms to the public, subject to regulatory compliance.
The network is broadcasting the legislative session live.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, broadcasting often involves regulated transmission requiring licenses and adherence to content standards, making distinctions clear between broadcasting as an activity and the medium employed.
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