remote

Definition

  • noun: a radio or television program or a portion of a program originating outside the studio
  • adjective: far away
  • adjective: separated by an interval or space greater than usual
  • synonyms: distant, remote control, alien

Examples

  • The computer is capable of 'remote access'. [=it is possible to become connected to this computer from another place]

  • The mission is to transport medical supplies to 'remote' areas/places/regions of the globe.

  • The 'remoteness' of his location made it hard for rescuers to reach him.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Associate producer. Morning news. l was just a kid-- years old. Anyway, they were building the lower level of the George Washington Bridge. We were doing a remote from there. And nobody told me. a.m., l get a call. "Where are you? You're supposed to be on the George Washington Bridge?" (..)
    1976 Network