Pronunciation

/ˈtʃænəl/

Definitions

Noun

1. A continuous flow or passage, often of water, air, or communication: “The river flows through the narrow channel.”
2. A dedicated path or frequency on a communication system: “The television signal travels through satellite channels.”
3. A channel in a television or internet streaming service: “Netflix has a wide variety of original content on its platform.”
4. A specialized area of interest or expertise: “He has a talent for marketing and operates in the advertising channel.”
5. An underground passageway or tunnel: “Archaeologists discovered an ancient irrigation channel.”

Verb

1. To convey (information) through a particular medium or channel: “The news was broadcast on several channels.”
2. To direct or guide something along a specific path: “The teacher helped students channel their creativity.”

Adjective

1. Designating a means of communication or transmission: “The wireless channel had a weak signal.”
2. Characteristic of a particular medium or method: “A printmaking channel is visible on the artist’s canvas.”

Phrases

• “Broadcast through various channels”
• “Optimize your message for social media channels”
• “Keep an eye on the weather channel”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The storm surge created a dangerous channel between the houses.”
• Verb: “The chef expertly channelled the sauce onto the plate.”
• Adjective: “The radio station’s signal was clear on the FM channel.”

Synonyms

• Tube
• Stream
• Route
• Avenue
• Path
• Communication link
• Transmission medium
• Platform
• Frequency
• Channelized