cablecast

noun

Definition of cablecastnext
as in broadcast

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  1. broadcast
  2. telecast
  3. newscast
Noun
  • This weekend, for the first time ever a professional softball game will air on broadcast TV.
    — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 24 July 2026
  • Melvin, who is currently away on a pre-planned vacation, was back on air on Friday and briefly addressed the incident during the broadcast.
    — Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
Definition of broadcast
Noun
  • So in other words, four categories for achievement in Limited/Anthology series have been bumped from the Emmys telecast to the Emmys telecast.
    — Joe Reid, Vulture, 25 July 2026
  • The Academy caused quite a stir by deciding to cut five categories from this year’s primetime Emmy telecast.
    — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026
Definition of telecast
Noun
  • Hague said, adding that the company’s research shows consumers don’t believe the practice diminishes the quality of a newscast.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 July 2026
  • Orelon Sidney has been handling weather duties on CBS Atlanta in Dagmar Midcap's absence during evening newscasts.
    — Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of newscast
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