Meaning & Definition of word "Transmission"

Transmission

/trænzˈmɪʃən/

1. The act or process of sending or conveying something from one place or person to another.
- Example: The transmission of data across the network was remarkably fast.
2. The passage of a signal or message from one location to another, especially in communication or broadcasting.
- Example: The radio station faced challenges in the transmission of its signal due to bad weather.
3. The mechanism by which power is transferred from the engine of a vehicle to its wheels.
- Example: The car's transmission was upgraded to improve its performance on the road.
4. The act of transferring a disease from one individual to another.
- Example: Researchers are studying the transmission of the virus to develop better prevention strategies.

Derived from the Latin word 'transmissio', meaning 'to send across'.

data transmission:

The process of transferring data between devices.

transmission line:

A high-voltage power line used for transferring electricity.

fluid transmission:

The transfer of fluid power in machinery or engines.

manual transmission:

A type of vehicle transmission that requires manual gear changes.

transmit:

To send or convey something from one place to another.

transmissible:

Capable of being transmitted or passed on.

transmitter:

A device that sends signals for communication.

Meaning: Transmission as a source of drama or gossip.

Example Sentence: Did you hear that transmission about him breaking up?

Meaning: Referring to vehicle transmission in casual conversation.

Example Sentence: I need to check the trans, it's slipping!