begin broadcasting; premiere; start sowing
Meanings
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(of a radio or TV station) to begin broadcasting; to go on the air
Refers to the official launch or daily start of broadcasting operations by a media outlet.
We are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the TV station's launch.
This radio station begins broadcasting at six o'clock every morning.
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The new channel will officially launch next month.
verb
(of a specific program) to start airing; to premiere
Used when a particular show, series, or event begins its broadcast.
After this TV series premiered, it received many letters from viewers.
The Spring Festival Gala starts airing at eight o'clock tonight.
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This new program premieres next week.
The premiere had only been airing for five minutes before it sparked heated discussion.
verb
to begin sowing seeds; to start planting
technicalAgricultural terminology referring to the commencement of the sowing season.
The farmers are preparing to sow spring wheat.
It has reached the season for sowing.
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Before sowing, one must first prepare the land and apply fertilizer.