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Definition communication in American English

communication noun

noun
/kəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/
1

the process of giving information or of making emotions or ideas known to someone

Example

There was a breakdown in communication.

Example

One of the most powerful forms of nonverbal communication is body language.

Example

a workshop to improve teachers' communication skills

Synonyms and related words
communication interaction contact
1.1

the process of speaking or writing to someone to exchange information or ideas

Example

She has no communication with her family.

Example

The two groups are in regular communication.

Synonyms and related words
communication interaction contact
2

a system for sending information

Example

satellite communications

Example

a highly advanced radio communications system

Synonyms and related words
language speech communications
2.1

a transportation system for taking people or goods from one place to another

Example

Commerce and industry require good communications.

Synonyms and related words
arrivals communication conveyance
3

a message such as a letter, phone call, or e-mail

Example

We did not receive that communication.

Synonyms and related words
language speech communications
Definition communication in American English