TV

1 of 2

noun

ˈtē-ˈvē 

: television

TV

2 of 2

abbreviation

transvestite

Synonyms of TV

Noun

• television

Examples of TV in a Sentence

Noun

We need a new TV.

Do you want to watch some TV before bed?

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Both shows are available on demand for free on the PBS app and on Arkansas TV's World sub-channel. — Bill Bowden, Arkansas Online, 25 July 2026

Someone who saw the shooting told Star-Telegram media partner WFAA-TV that two trucks were stopped at a traffic light, and a person in one of the vehicles shot a man in the other. — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 July 2026

Which is why the TV Academy should either stick those five awards back into the show or keep them out and shorten the show. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026

The card also features partnerships with both DoorDash and Apple TV, which provide complimentary subscriptions. — Liz Knueven,ryley Amond, CNBC, 24 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

television

First Known Use

Noun

1945, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing TV

• on TV
• pay TV
• reality TV/television
• shock radio/TV
• subscription TV
• TV dinner

Kids Definition

TV

noun

(ˈ)tē-ˈvē

: television