transmit
To send, pass, or spread something from one person, place, or thing to another. It is most commonly used in the contexts of electronic signals, information, or infectious diseases.
Examples
3 of 5The local radio station transmits music to listeners within a fifty-mile radius.
The local radio station sends out music to listeners within a fifty-mile radius.
It is essential to understand how viruses are transmitted to prevent a widespread outbreak.
It is essential to understand how viruses are spread to prevent a widespread outbreak.
Just a second, I'll transmit the location files to your device now.
Just a second, I'll send the location files to your device now.
Synonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Trans-mission': a mission to 'mit' (send) something 'trans' (across) a distance.
Quick Quiz
The new satellite was launched specifically to _____ high-definition television signals across the continent.
Correct!
The correct answer is: transmit
Examples
The local radio station transmits music to listeners within a fifty-mile radius.
everydayThe local radio station sends out music to listeners within a fifty-mile radius.
It is essential to understand how viruses are transmitted to prevent a widespread outbreak.
formalIt is essential to understand how viruses are spread to prevent a widespread outbreak.
Just a second, I'll transmit the location files to your device now.
informalJust a second, I'll send the location files to your device now.
Fiber-optic cables are designed to transmit data at the speed of light with minimal loss.
academicFiber-optic cables are designed to send data at the speed of light with minimal loss.
The company uses encrypted channels to transmit sensitive financial reports to its stakeholders.
businessThe company uses encrypted channels to send sensitive financial reports to its stakeholders.
Synonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
sexually transmitted
passed from one person to another through sexual contact
transmit a message
to pass information from a sender to a receiver
satellite transmit
the act of sending data via an orbital satellite
Often Confused With
Transport refers to moving physical objects or people, while transmit refers to moving signals, data, or diseases.
Transfer usually means moving ownership or moving from one position to another, whereas transmit focuses on the act of sending through a medium.
Usage Notes
Transmit is frequently used in technical and scientific contexts. When discussing health, it is the standard verb for how germs move between hosts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'transmit' for physical items like books or groceries; instead, use 'send', 'give', or 'deliver' for tangible goods.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Trans-mission': a mission to 'mit' (send) something 'trans' (across) a distance.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'transmittere', which combines 'trans-' (across) and 'mittere' (to send).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In the modern digital age, 'transmit' is a core term in discussions regarding global connectivity and cybersecurity.
Quick Quiz
The new satellite was launched specifically to _____ high-definition television signals across the continent.
Correct!
The correct answer is: transmit
Related Vocabulary
Related Words
proceed
C1The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.
individual
C1Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.
appropriately
B2To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.
region
B2A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.
resource
B2A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.
hypothesis
B1A hypothesis is a tentative statement or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence. it serves as a starting point for further investigation and must be testable through scientific methods.
ozone
B2Ozone is a colorless gas found in the upper atmosphere that protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation. It is also produced at ground level as a pollutant when sunlight reacts with industrial emissions.
layer
B2A layer is a single thickness, sheet, or level of a material that covers a surface or is placed between other things. It can refer to physical substances like paint and geological strata, or abstract levels of complexity and meaning.
around
C2As an adverb at a C2 level, it denotes presence, availability, or existence within a specific vicinity or context. It is also used to indicate approximate values or to describe movement or positioning that encircles a point or lacks a specific direction.
climate
B2Climate refers to the long-term patterns of weather conditions, such as temperature and rainfall, in a particular region over many years. It can also describe the prevailing mood, conditions, or social atmosphere of a specific time or place.
Comments (0)
Login to CommentStart learning languages for free
Start Learning Free