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teleconference|ˈtɛlɪˌkɒnfərəns|
[f. tele- + conference n.]
A conference held by people who, though separated physically, are linked by telecommunication devices (e.g. telephones, television screens, etc.). So teleˈconferencing.
1953Language XXIX. 71 A general at a teleconference writes out a message for transmission. 1973Times 4 Oct. 35/5 The prospect of similar teleconference equipment in every main commercial or industrial building—just like the telephone on the business desk—is no longer a pipe dream. 1975Financial Times 21 July 6/2 The psychological and travel-replacement aspects of teleconferencing were underlined in a paper by Quebec University. 1981Times 9 Feb. 20/1 Teleconferencing brings together a number of people in different locations for a meeting by means of a tele-audio link. |