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Synonyms & Similar Words
transmitting
forwarding
passing
sending
conveying
dispatching
routing
redirecting
retransmitting
rebroadcasting
disseminating
propagating
spreading
sharing
communicating
exchanging
transferring
conveying
channeling
funneling
directing
guiding
steering
switching
pivoting
deflecting
diverting
deviating
Meaning of Relaying
The primary meaning of "Relaying" is the act of passing something on, such as information or a message, from one place or person to another.
Definitions
- The act of passing on information, a message, or a signal from one place or person to another
- * The act of transmitting a signal or a message through a series of intermediate points or stations
- * The act of taking part in a relay race, where a team member takes over from a previous member at a predetermined point
Etymology of Relaying
The word "Relaying" originates from the Old French word "relayer", which means "to leave behind" or "to abandon"
The word has been in use since the 15th century, initially referring to the act of leaving behind or abandoning something, and later evolving to include the sense of passing something on or transmitting a signal
Example Uses
- The satellite was relaying signals back to Earth from the distant planet
- * The team was relaying messages to each other through a complex system of codes and signals
- * The athlete was relaying the baton to her teammate in the relay race
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
blocking
stopping
hindering
obstructing
intercepting
intercepting
jamming
disrupting
halting
ceasing
terminating
ending
withholding
suppressing
concealing
hiding
secreting
retaining
keeping
holding
containing
restraining