simulcast

verb

si·​mul·​cast ˈsī-məl-ˌkast 

also ˈsi-

simulcast also simulcasted; simulcasting

intransitive verb

: to broadcast simultaneously (as by radio and television)

transitive verb

: to broadcast (a program) by simulcasting

simulcast noun

Examples of simulcast in a Sentence

The network will simulcast the game on its radio and television stations.

Recent Examples on the Web

Hosted by Snoop Dogg, the 2026 MTV VMAs will once again air on CBS and simulcast on MTV. — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026

The long-running music competition series will be simulcast on Peacock for the first time and marks one of a number of changes to the show. — Peter White, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026

Local broadcast stations simulcast games on streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video so regional fans can watch. — Alex Sherman, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026

The awards show will also simulcast on MTV and stream on Paramount+. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 9 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

simultaneous broadcast

First Known Use

1948, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Rhymes for simulcast

• chloroplast
• epiblast
• fibroblast
• opencast
• overcast
• protoplast
• rebroadcast
• telecast
• trophoblast
• ultrafast
• unsurpassed
• aghast