simulcast

[ sahy-muhl-kast, ‑-kahst, sim-uhl‑ ]

noun

1. a program broadcast simultaneously on radio and television, or on more than one station, or in several languages, etc.
2. a closed-circuit television broadcast of an event, as a horse race, while it is taking place.

verb (used with or without object)

simulcast, simulcasted, simulcasting.

1. to broadcast in this manner.

simulcast

/ ˈsɪməlˌkɑːst /

verb

1. tr to broadcast (a programme, etc) simultaneously on radio and television

noun

1. a programme, etc, so broadcast

Word History and Origins

Origin of simulcast¹

An Americanism dating back to 1945–50; simul(taneous) + (broad)cast

Word History and Origins

Origin of simulcast¹

C20: from simul ( taneous ) + ( broad ) cast

Example Sentences

Instead the Kings told Nickson, their longtime radio voice, they wanted him to simulcast the radio and TV calls.

From Los Angeles Times

But the Santa Anita mutuel handle appears to be up, benefiting from simulcast money that was originally supposed to go to Northern California.

From Los Angeles Times

The thinking is that simulcast revenue that would normally go to the north would be redirected to the south.

From Los Angeles Times

Even without buffering or grainy feeds, live streams are typically delayed compared with cable and satellite broadcasts, which means streaming audiences risk seeing spoilers on social media if the events are simulcast.

From Los Angeles Times

The event was part of a simulcast that stretched more than four hours across multiple cities, including Las Vegas and Phoenix.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• air
• announce
• beam
• circulate
• communicate
• relay
• send
• televise
• transmit

Quiz

Q: Fill in the blank: "Salchipapas" is a portmanteau of the Spanish words for ______ and ______.

• salt and potatoes
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• sardines and French fries

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