Television
Definition
A telecommunication medium that broadcasts visual and audio content to a large audience simultaneously, allowing for the transmission of news, entertainment, and educational programs.
Analogy
Television is like a magical window that brings the world into your living room. It allows you to witness events happening in real-time from different parts of the globe while sitting comfortably at home.
Related terms
Broadcasting: The distribution of television programs over the airwaves.
Streaming: The delivery method of television content through an internet connection rather than traditional broadcasting.
Reality TV: A genre of television programming that presents unscripted situations featuring ordinary people.
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