newscast

noun

news·​cast ˈnüz-ˌkast How to pronounce newscast (audio)
ˈnyüz-
Synonyms of newscastnext
: a radio or television broadcast of news
newscaster noun

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But the decision to overhaul the network’s top show, especially with its evening newscast and morning show still floundering, is a major risk to take. Erik Hayden, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026 His reports air during CBS LA's evening newscasts. CBS News, 27 May 2026 Charles Forelle, managing editor for CBS News, said the company plans to remain in the audio journalism business through podcasting and not straight newscasts. Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026 Sami Yenigun, now the executive producer of All Things Considered, will oversee broadcast shows and NPR's newscast. David Folkenflik, NPR, 18 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for newscast

Word History

Etymology

news + broadcast

First Known Use

circa 1934, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of newscast was circa 1934

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“Newscast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/newscast. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.

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newscast

noun
news·​cast -ˌkast How to pronounce newscast (audio)
: a radio or television broadcast of news
newscaster noun
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