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televise

Pronunciation: /ˈtɛlɪvʌɪz/

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Definition of televise

verb

[with object] (usually as adjective televised)
  • record for or transmit by television:a live televised debate between the party leaders

Derivatives

televisable

adjective

Origin:

1920s: back-formation from television

Spelling help

Unlike most verbs ending in -ise, televise cannot be spelled with an -ize ending.

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