broadband
/ˈbɹɔːdbænd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: broadbands
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A wideband of electromagnetic frequencies.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
An Internet connection provisioned over an existing service using alternate signal frequencies such as ADSL or a cable modem.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
Of, pertaining to, or carrying a wide band of electromagnetic frequencies
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “broadband” mean?
A wideband of electromagnetic frequencies.
Is “broadband” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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