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

  • (..) routing numbers at the bottom of those checks. Next slide, please. (projector clanks) Next slide, please. Uh, the remote thing is broken. You'll have to do it by hand. You've gotta... try the... (..)
    2002 Catch Me If You Can