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Meaning of CCTV

A system of television cameras used for surveillance in specific areas.

In simple words: A camera system that monitors places for security.

CCTV in a sentence

  • The bank installed new CCTV cameras to enhance security.
  • CCTV footage helped identify the suspect in the robbery.
  • Many cities are using CCTV to monitor public safety.
  • The school uses CCTV to keep an eye on the playground.
  • She checked the CCTV recordings to see who entered the office last night.

How to use CCTV

Used in discussing security and surveillance. Appropriate in formal and informal contexts, but may not be suitable in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'Closed Circuit TV' as a private watchful eye.

Related words

Collocations with CCTV

  • CCTV footage
  • install CCTV
  • CCTV surveillance
  • CCTV cameras

Synonyms for CCTV

  • surveillance cameras
  • security cameras
  • video monitoring systems

Common mistakes with CCTV

  • Confused with 'TV' - CCTV is for security, not entertainment.
  • Using the term without explaining it to non-native speakers.
  • Assuming everyone knows 'CCTV' as an abbreviation.

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Frequently asked questions about CCTV

What does CCTV mean?

A camera system that monitors places for security.

What is the definition of CCTV?

A system of television cameras used for surveillance in specific areas.

How do you use CCTV in a sentence?

The bank installed new CCTV cameras to enhance security.

Can you give another example of CCTV?

CCTV footage helped identify the suspect in the robbery.

What are synonyms for CCTV?

Common alternatives include surveillance cameras, security cameras, video monitoring systems.

What words go with CCTV?

It commonly pairs with CCTV footage, install CCTV, CCTV surveillance, CCTV cameras.

What are common mistakes when using CCTV?

Confused with 'TV' - CCTV is for security, not entertainment. Using the term without explaining it to non-native speakers. Assuming everyone knows 'CCTV' as an abbreviation.

How do you pronounce CCTV?

US: //ˌsiː.siː.tiːˈviː//, UK: //ˌsiː.siː.tiːˈviː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use CCTV?

Used in discussing security and surveillance. Appropriate in formal and informal contexts, but may not be suitable in casual conversations.