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television
This word carries a heavy association with passive consumption and shared domestic experiences. While it originally referred to the physical hardware, it has evolved to represent a cultural force that shapes public opinion and social norms through curated imagery.
In modern usage, there is a distinct tension between television as a traditional linear broadcast and the newer concept of streaming. People often use the term to describe the content itself rather than the box it comes from, reflecting a shift from a physical object to a digital service.
Countable when referring to the physical appliance in a living room. Uncountable when referring to the general medium of broadcasting and entertainment.
Meanings
A system for transmitting visual images and sound that are reproduced on a screen.
The invention of television changed how people receive news.
The device that receives and displays the broadcast signals.
Turn off the television before you go to bed.
The medium of broadcasting or the industry associated with it.
She decided to pursue a career in television.
Examples
Where is the television?
The detective noticed a flickering television.
He is a seasoned veteran of commercial television.