communication

A2
Pronunciation
/kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən/
Noun
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

The act or fact of communicating anything; transmission.

Example Sentences
  • communication of a secret
2 Definition

The concept or state of exchanging data or information between entities.

Example Sentences
  • Some say that communication is a necessary prerequisite for sentience; others say that it is a result thereof.
3 Definition

A message; the essential data transferred in an act of communication.

Example Sentences
  • Surveillance was accomplished by means of intercepting the spies' communications.
4 Definition

The body of all data transferred to one or both parties during an act of communication.

Example Sentences
  • The subpoena required that the company document their communication with the plaintiff.
5 Definition

An instance of information transfer; a conversation or discourse.

Example Sentences
  • The professors' communications consisted of lively discussions via email.
6 Definition

A passageway or opening between two locations; connection.

Example Sentences
  • A round archway at the far end of the hallway provided communication to the main chamber.
7 Definition

A connection between two tissues, organs, or cavities.

8 Definition

Association; company.

9 Definition

Participation in Holy Communion.

10 Definition

A trope by which a speaker assumes that his hearer is a partner in his sentiments, and says "we" instead of "I" or "you".