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transmission

Syllabification: (trans·mis·sion)

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Definition of transmission

noun

  • 1the action or process of transmitting something or the state of being transmitted:the transmission of the HIV virus
  • a program or signal that is broadcast or sent out:television transmissions
  • 2the mechanism by which power is transmitted from an engine to the wheels of a motor vehicle.

Origin:

early 17th century: from Latin transmissio (see trans-, mission)

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Definition of transmission in the British & World English dictionary