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   communication

   /kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. the imparting or exchanging of information by speaking, writing, or using some other medium: "television is an effective means of communication" Similar transmissionimpartingconveyingreportingpresentingpassing onhanding onrelayconveyancedivulgencedivulgationdisclosurespreadingdisseminationpromulgationbroadcastingcirculationcirculating
   • ▪ a letter or message containing information or news: "a telephone communication" Similar messagestatementannouncementreportdispatchcommuniquéletterbulletincorrespondencenewswordinformationintelligenceinstructioninformal:infolow-downdirtgenliterary:tidings
   • ▪ the successful conveying or sharing of ideas and feelings: "there was a lack of communication between Pamela and her parents"
   • ▪ social contact: "she gave him some hope of her return, or at least of their future communication" Similar contactdealingsrelationsconnectionassociationcommunionsocializinginteractionintercoursesocial intercoursesocial relationsinterfaceinterchangecorrespondencedialoguetalkconversationdiscussionspeakingtalkingchattingmeetinggetting in touchdated:commercearchaic:traffic
   • 2. means of sending or receiving information, such as phone lines or computers: "satellite communications"
   • ▪ the field of study concerned with the transmission of information.
   • 3. means of travelling or of transporting goods, such as roads or railways: "a city providing excellent road and rail communications"

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French comunicacion, from Latin communicatio(n-), from the verb communicare ‘to share’ (see communicate).

   Derivatives

   • 1. communicational adjective

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2. www.geeksforgeeks.org › what-is-communicationWhat is Communication? Types, Verbal, Non-Verbal - GeeksforGeeks

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   Jan 23, 2024 · Communication is the process of sharing information between two or more people. We will explore the different types of communication, the importance of effective communication, and strategies for improving communication skills.

3. www.britannica.com › topic › communicationCommunication | Definition, Types, Examples, & Facts

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   communication, the exchange of meanings between individuals through a common system of symbols. This article treats the functions, types, and psychology of communication. For a treatment of animal communication, see animal behaviour.

4. www.skillsyouneed.com › ips › what-is-communicationWhat is Communication? Verbal, Non-Verbal & Written ...

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   Communication is simply the act of transferring information from one place, person or group to another. Every communication involves (at least) one sender, a message and a recipient. This may sound simple, but communication is actually a very complex subject.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › CommunicationCommunication - Wikipedia

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   There are many forms of communication, including human linguistic communication using sounds, sign language, and writing as well as animals exchanging information and attempts to communicate with intelligent extraterrestrial life. Communication is commonly defined as the transmission of information.

6. www.vedantu.com › commerce › communicationCommunication – Definition, Importance, Types, Barriers ...

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   2 days ago · Communication is a two-way process which involves transferring of information or messages from one person or group to another. This process goes on and includes a minimum of one sender and receiver to pass on the messages. These messages can either be any ideas, imagination, emotions, or thoughts.

7. study.com › academy › lessonWhat is Communication? | Concept & Importance - Lesson ...

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   Nov 21, 2023 · Communication is the actionable transfer of information from one person, group, or place to another by writing, speaking, or using a medium that provides a means of understanding. Every...

8. www.communicationstudies.com › what-is-communicationWhat is Communication? The Definition of Communication

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   Apr 30, 2011 · Communication is the act of conveying information for the purpose of creating a shared understanding. It’s something that humans do every day. The word “communication” comes from the Latin “communis,” meaning “to share,” and includes verbal, non-verbal and electronic means of human interaction.