relay

/ɹˈiːleɪ/

/ˈɹiˌɫeɪ/

Relay

an electrical device that typically contains an electromagnet, which is activated in response to a signal or current in one circuit to close or open another circuit

synonyms : electrical relay

1.1

an electronic device that receives radio or television signals and retransmits them with increased power

the act of passing something along from one person or group to another

a race between teams; each member runs or swims part of the distance

synonyms : relay race

a crew of workers who relieve another crew

a fresh team to relieve weary draft animals

to relay

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

pass along

control or operate by relay

to broadcast a program by receiving signals and passing them on

Examples

1. The interneurons in the spinal cord help to relay signals from sensory neurons to motor neurons, allowing for coordinated movements.

2. Fan girl of the year Actress and singer Anna Kendrick relayed her awkward Beyonce encounter on Conan.

3. The instant Morgan surfaces, the radio transmitter on his backpack automatically relays location and depth of dive information.

4. The receptor then relays this information to a control center.

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