Commercial Broadcasting
/kəˈmɜːrʃəl ˈbrɔːdˌkæstɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The transmission of programming by licensed entities primarily for profit through advertising or subscription revenue.
Commercial broadcasting stations rely on advertisements to fund their operations.
Forms
- commercial broadcasting
- commercial broadcastings
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Commentary
In legal contexts, the term emphasizes licensing, revenue models, and regulatory compliance distinct from public or nonprofit broadcasting.
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