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multichannel

multichannel

1 4.4
Using several different ways to reach or talk to people, for example online and in shops
  • adjective
  • /ˈmʌltiˌtʃænəl/
translation icon : multicanal
  • IEEE P1609.4 supports multichannel WAVE operations by providing extensions to the existing Media Access Control (MAC) in IEEE 802.11.

Examples

  • In a multichannel hearing aid, the input/output characteristics are measured at or near the geometric center of each frequency band.

    Academic text (1990)
  • Prior to founding MineThatData, Kevin held various roles at leading multichannel brands, including Vice President of Database Marketing at Nordstrom, Director of Circulation at Eddie Bauer, and Manager of Analytical Services at Lands' End.

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  • You can use multichannel communication to drive engagement with digital customers in the following ways:

    Blog text (29)
  • Given that using the Internet for information about products is fairly universal, there are multichannel retailers in the UK who are attempting to capitalize on this by having people reserve products online, then pick them up in the store.

    Blog text (2)
  • We've created a new resource for our members exploring how innovative firms are taking a multichannel approach to communication in order to more effectively engage customers in digital channels.

    Blog text (29)
  • All the data shows dramatically better results from multichannel approaches to fundraising, in which nonprofits combine skillful use of online, direct mail, telemarketing, and other channels.

    Blog text (18)
  • I don't think there is any doubt that if Apple released a set-top box that supported authentication for multichannel video programming distributors (like cable and satellite companies), it would be a huge success.

    Blog text (6)
  • Eventually, such non-polluting fliers will probe conditions in the stratosphere, perform surveillance, and serve as 11-mile-high, station-keeping "SkyTowerT" radio relays for multichannel, wide bandwidth telecommunications.

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  • We conclude that with the use of the AutoSet portable monitor, an otolaryngologist can cost-effectively prescribe multichannel home sleep studies, thereby greatly enhancing the ENT evaluation and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing.

    Academic text (1999)
  • The marketing team used multichannel strategies, combining social media, email, and direct mail to reach a wider audience.

Synonyms

multipronged
vsmultichannel
1 6.0

Using several different ways at the same time

focuses more on multiple methods rather than physical lines or routes
multimodal
vsmultichannel
  • Specialized
1 5.8

A journey that uses two or more types of transport, for example truck and ship

is the general idea of using several methods not only in journeys
multichanneled
vsmultichannel
4.7

There are several channels for sending data or water

is the broader idea of using several different methods at once
multimode
vsmultichannel
  • Specialized
5.6

Able to work in more than one way, for example wireless or wired

emphasizes capability rather than use of several methods simultaneously
intermedial
vsmultichannel
  • Jargon
8.5

A work that uses more than one kind of art, like painting or video

is broader, applying to many methods beyond media forms
multitrack
vsmultichannel
  • Specialized
4.4

Using several separate audio tracks to record or play sound

is a wider concept covering different methods or routes at once

Antonyms

single-channel
  • Specialized
1 4.8

Sound that plays through one speaker, not left and right

Compounds

multichannel recorder
  • Specialized
4.5

A device that records two or more separate sound channels at the same time

How Many Channels

multichannel
1 4.4
two-channel
  • Specialized
1 5.0
single-channel
  • Specialized
1 4.8

Surface Forms

multichannel positive

Morphology

multichannel = channel (transparent) = multi + channel

The meaning is directly built from 'multi-' meaning many and 'channel' meaning a transmission medium.

Etymology

Multichannel comes from multi- meaning 'many' and channel meaning 'a path or way for messages', like a TV channel or a shop. So, multichannel describes using many different ways at the same time to reach customers.