communications
noun
Form of communication , plural of communication.
Simple meaning
Ways of sending information, such as phone, internet, radio or messages.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
kəmjunəˈkeɪʃənz
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Definition
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noun
Organizational or corporate communication.
Telecommunications, the science and technology of communicating, especially by electronic means.
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- A1 · Beginner (estimated)
- Frequency
- Very Common
- Typical Use
- Varies by meaning
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The activity of communicating.
Compound terms
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Technical and intelligence information derived from foreign communications by other than the intended recipients.
Rules determining the format and transmission of data.
An artificial satellite that relays signals back to earth.
Canadian agency that gathers communications intelligence and assist law enforcement and security agencies.
The activity of designing and constructing and maintaining communication systems.
The design and construction of communications technology that transmits information in digital form.
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