multimedia

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adjective

mul·​ti·​me·​dia ˌməl-tē-ˈmē-dē-ə 

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: using, involving, or encompassing several media

a multimedia approach to learning

multimedia

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noun

plural in form but singular or plural in construction

: a technique (such as the combining of sound, video, and text) for expressing ideas (as in communication, entertainment, or art) in which several media are employed

also : something (such as software) using or facilitating such a technique

Examples of multimedia in a Sentence

Adjective

a multimedia exhibit of photographs, films, and music

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Ten Ten is a multimedia company founded by Lisa Osinloye and Simone Y. White that produces feature film and television projects. —Valerie Complex, Deadline, 13 July 2024

The exhibit is a multimedia showcase of the Metro Art K Line art program (most of the pieces are also displayed in the metro station). —Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 5 Apr. 2024

Noun

And the Dead had, from their inception, regularly performed in multimedia environments. —Nick Paumgarten, The New Yorker, 22 July 2024

My company uses multimedia, such as videos and testimonials, to bring these stories to life. —Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 19 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1962, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1950, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

multimedia

1 of 2 adjective

mul·​ti·​me·​dia ˌməl-ti-ˈmēd-ē-ə 

: using or composed of more than one form of communication or expression

multimedia software combining sound, video, and text

multimedia

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: a technique (as the combining of sound, video, and text) for expressing ideas (as in communication, entertainment, or art) in which several media are employed

also : something (as software) using such a technique