multicast

noun

Meaning

The simultaneous transmission of data to several destinations on a network.
(of a delegate) Having multiple targets, such that a call to the delegate triggers a call to each target.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

broadcast(English)broadcast radiation(English)multihopping(English)send out(English)unicasting(English)multiplex(English)anycasting(English)multihoming(English)

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