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TV

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noun \ ˈtē-ˈvē \

Definition of TV

:television

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Examples of tv in a Sentence

  1. We need a new TV.

  2. Do you want to watch some TV before bed?

Origin and Etymology of tv

television

tv Synonyms

Synonyms
boob tube, box, idiot box, telly [chiefly British], tube, television
Related Words
LCD, plasma; home theater, home video
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TV

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Definition of TV

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TV Defined for Kids

TV

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noun \ ˈtē-ˈvē \

Definition of TV for Students

:television

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