The television
Example: The television shows news in the evening
Definition
"The television" refers to an electronic device that receives broadcast signals and displays them as visual images and sound. It is commonly used for watching news, entertainment, and educational programs in homes and public places.
Etymology
The word "the television" comes from combining the Greek word 'tele,' meaning 'far,' and the Latin word 'vision,' meaning 'sight.' It was coined in the early 20th century to describe a device that allows people to see images transmitted over long distances. Did you know the concept was once considered futuristic and magical?
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"The television" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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