transmission
Translation
transmission, broadcast, gearbox
Examples
The transmission of the virus is rapid.
The transmission of the virus is rapid.
We watched the live transmission of the event.
We watched the live transmission of the event.
My car needs a new transmission.
My car needs a new transmission.
Grammar Patterns
the transmission of ((sth.)) The transmission of the virus is rapid.
a live/radio/TV transmission We watched the live transmission.
Similar Words
Synonyms: transfer, broadcast, conveyance
Etymology
From Latin 'trans-' (across) + 'missio' (a sending). Literally 'a sending across'.
Memory Tips
Think of a radio tower 'transmitting' a signal; the signal itself is the 'transmission'. For a car, it's the device for 'transmitting' power.