Definition of broadcast

The word "broadcast" originated in the 15th century from the Old English words "broad" meaning "open" and "cast" meaning "to scatter". Initially, it referred to the action of scattering or sowing seeds or grain widely and openly, allowing them to spread freely. In the 19th century, the term began to be used in the context of news reporting, where it referred to the act of spreading or disseminating news widely and publicly. This usage was inspired by the idea of scattering seeds, but instead of physical seeds, it was news that was being spread far and wide. Later, with the advent of radio and television, the term "broadcast" came to be used for the act of transmitting signals or programs to a large audience, and has since become a standard term in the fields of media and communication.