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

  • (..) Me, too Got to go Got to go We're very busy Stand by, camera Center up We're going to remote It's the Gulf of Sidra The US commander is Nathan Benchley In , two Libyan jets (..)
    1987 Broadcast News