B2noun3K

Broadcaster

UK /["/ˈbrɔːdkɑːstə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈbrɔːdkæstər/"]/

Definition

a person whose job is presenting or talking on television or radio programmes

In simple words: A person or company that sends out TV or radio programs.

Examples

  • She is a writer and broadcaster on environmental matters.
  • The country needs a national public service broadcaster like the BBC.
  • Existing commercial broadcasters claim the new stations are illegal.
  • The footage was aired by local broadcasters.
  • The chief executive will leave the state-owned broadcaster next February.

Usage notes

Use 'broadcaster' in contexts related to media and communication. It's neutral and appropriate for both formal news discussions and informal chats about TV. Avoid using it in technical discussions about broadcasting technology.

Grammar pattern

broadcaster + object

Memory hint

Think of 'broad' + 'caster' - a broad range of topics cast over the airwaves.

Collocations

  • commercial
  • independent
  • public
  • commercial
  • independent
  • public

Synonyms

  • announcer
  • presenter
  • host
  • transmitter

Antonyms

  • receiver
  • listener
  • audience
  • viewer

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'broadband' - they are different terms.
  • Using 'broadcaster' to mean 'broadcast' - remember it's a noun.
  • Omitting 'the' before 'broadcaster' in specific contexts.