telecommunications
noun/ˌtɛləkəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃənz/
Frequency rank: #5,199 most common English word
Meaning
the transmission of information over long distances by electronic means, such as telephone, radio, or the internet.
Example sentence
She works for one of the largest telecommunications companies in the country.
Synonyms & related words
- communications
- broadcasting
- networking
- telecom
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