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

  • (..) - You don't know Dio. - Hey! I think that In Search of Sasquatch is on. - Hold on. - Give me that fucking remote. No! Leave it! No! Aaah! - Ohhh! - Aaah! (..)
    2006 Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny
  • (..) and entertainment... - needed for his long journey. - Dude, turn it to Channel . In Search of Sasquatch is on. When you are able to snatch this remote from my hand... you will be ready to choose the channels we watch. Try to snatch it. Aah, fuck! Patience, young grass smoker. (..)
    2006 Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny