broadcaster

[ brawd-kas-ter, -kah-ster ]

noun

1. a person or thing that broadcasts.
2. a person or organization, as a network or station, that broadcasts radio or television programs.

Word History and Origins

Origin of broadcaster¹

First recorded in 1920–25; broadcast + -er ¹

Example Sentences

The trepidation comes from Carr’s open criticism of broadcasters and tech firms on behalf of Trump, who is famously hostile to journalists and outlets that criticize him.

From Los Angeles Times

Rosie Millard, a writer and broadcaster, accused the charity of "institutional failure" in her letter of resignation shared with the Times.

From BBC

He told the BBC’s Evening Extra that Mr Reid “never set out to be a broadcaster” but turned out to be “the most respected journalist I have ever met”.

From BBC

Part of the conditions for their release were that they must sign the memorandum of understanding and complete the initial payment, according to a report by the French broadcaster RFI.

From BBC

Companies also complain about rundown German infrastructure, such as the country’s much criticised rail network, bridges and roads, all three of which state-owned broadcaster Deutsche Wells describes as “aging and crumbling”.

From BBC

Related Words

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• commentator
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• editor
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• writer