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Channel Definition, Usage & Real-Life Examples (2 meaning)

Meaning 1：television station (channel)

channel 🔊

/ˈtʃæn.əl/

A specific television station that broadcasts programs, like a news or movie station.

Channel meaning illustrated by a TV showing a news program with a remote control.

television station 🔊

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/ˈtɛlɪvɪʒən ˈsteɪʃən/

A designated frequency or number for a TV broadcaster that airs specific programs.

📁 Category：Entertainment & Sports 🔖 Level：初级

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Latin 'canalis' meaning pipe or groove, related to conveying water or signals.

💡 Mnemonic

Imagine a TV remote switching channels to change programs easily.

📖 Example

We always watch the cooking channel after dinner to get new recipe ideas. 🔊 We regularly tune in to the cooking television station after dinner for new recipe inspiration.

🔗 Collocations

change the channel – switch to a different TV station

cable channel – a TV station available through cable subscription

news channel – a station dedicated to broadcasting news

🔄 Synonyms

station (n.) – a broadcasting outlet for TV or radio

network (n.) – a group of TV stations under one organization

broadcast (n.) – the transmission of programs via TV or radio

🌱 Derivatives

channelize (v.) – to direct or convey through a channel

📖 Cultural Story

Derived from Latin 'canalis' for water conduit; evolved to denote TV broadcast bands and communication pathways in modern technology.

Meaning 2：communication pathway (channel)

channel 🔊

/ˈtʃæn.əl/

A way to send information, messages, or goods from one place or person to another.

Communication channel diagram showing a message moving from sender to receiver.

communication pathway 🔊

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/kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən ˈpæθweɪ/

A route or medium for transmitting information, goods, or services from one point to another.

📁 Category：Social Economy 🔖 Level：中级

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

Please send your application through the official channel on the company website. 🔊 Submit your application via the designated method on the company's website.

🔗 Collocations

official channel – the authorized method for communication or submission

communication channel – a means for exchanging information

distribution channel – a route for delivering products to consumers

🔄 Synonyms

conduit (n.) – a pipe or passage for conveying something, especially liquids or information

medium (n.) – an intervening substance through which something is transmitted

route (n.) – a way or course taken in getting from a starting point to a destination

🌱 Derivatives

channel (v.) – to direct or convey through a specific pathway