noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A system in broadcasting and recording studios that enables the director to communicate with others (host, presenter, anchor) during performance. countable, uncountable
2. 2
   Communication from members of the public to the makers of a broadcast transmission while it is happening. broadly, countable, uncountable

Etymology

Deverbal from talk back.

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