broadband

adjective

broad·​band ˈbrȯd-ˌband How to pronounce broadband (audio)
1
: operating at, responsive to, or comprising a wide band of frequencies
a broadband radio antenna
2
: of, relating to, or being a high-speed communications network and especially one in which a frequency range is divided into multiple independent channels for simultaneous transmission of signals (such as voice, data, or video)
broadband noun

Examples of broadband in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web According to the SpaceX website, Starlink is the first and largest satellite constellation to travel in a low Earth orbit to deliver broadband internet across the globe. Brenna Gauchat, The Arizona Republic, 10 July 2024 Once broadband access is considered sufficent across the state by officials, the funds can be used for internet adoption training, workforce development, and other purposes. Tyler Spence, The Indianapolis Star, 9 July 2024 This satellite will provide broadband internet and communications capability for public use facilities in Indonesia’s rural regions. Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 July 2024 To break down your internet consumption, the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) has ordered broadband internet providers to create digestible labels for their customers to understand online and in-stores. Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for broadband 

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Word History

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of broadband was in 1929

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“Broadband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broadband. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

broadband

adjective
broad·​band
: of, relating to, or being a high-speed communications network
a broadband Internet connection
broadband noun

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