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pay-per-view

noun

Definition of pay-per-view

: a cable television service by which customers can order access to a particular broadcast for a fee

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First Known Use of pay-per-view

1978

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pay-per-view

noun

Definition of pay-per-view for English Language Learners

  • : cable television channels that charge a fee for each show you watch

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