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relay
1[ree-ley, ree-ley, ri-ley]
noun
a series of persons relieving one another or taking turns; shift.
a fresh set of dogs or horses posted in readiness for use in a hunt, on a journey, etc.
Sports.
a length or leg in a relay race.
Machinery.an automatic control device in which the settings of valves, switches, etc., are regulated by a powered element, as a motor, solenoid, or pneumatic mechanism actuated by a smaller, sensitive element.
Electricity.a device, usually consisting of an electromagnet and an armature, by which a change of current or voltage in one circuit is used to make or break a connection in another circuit or to affect the operation of other devices in the same or another circuit.
(initial capital letter)one of an early series of experimental low-altitude, active communications satellites.
verb (used with object)
to carry forward by or as if by relays.
to relay a message.
to provide with or replace by fresh relays.
Electricity.to retransmit (a signal, message, etc.) by or as if by means of a telegraphic relay.
verb (used without object)
Electricity.to retransmit a signal or message electronically.
relay
2[ree-ley]
verb (used with object)
relay
noun
a person or team of people relieving others, as on a shift
a fresh team of horses, dogs, etc, posted at intervals along a route to relieve others
the act of relaying or process of being relayed
short for relay race
one of the sections of a relay race
an automatic device that controls the setting of a valve, switch, etc, by means of an electric motor, solenoid, or pneumatic mechanism
electronics an electrical device in which a small change in current or voltage controls the switching on or off of circuits or other devices
radio
a combination of a receiver and transmitter designed to receive radio signals and retransmit them, in order to extend their range
( as modifier )
a relay station
verb
to carry or spread (something, such as news or information) by relays
to supply or replace with relays
to retransmit (a signal) by means of a relay
to broadcast (a performance) by sending out signals through a transmitting station
this concert is being relayed from the Albert Hall
relay
An electrical switch that is operated by an electromagnet, such as a solenoid. When a small current passes through the electromagnet's coiled wire, it produces a magnetic field that attracts a movable iron bar, causing it to pivot and open or close the switch.
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of relay1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of relay1
Example Sentences
Washington has gone to some lengths to relay to Iran that it was not involved in this attack.
The Long Beach Poly boys’ 4x400-meter relay team wins the state title and falls just short of setting a meet record in a competitive field of sprinters.
“This is the first time that all four of us have been in the same relay,” Hunter said.
There are subtle intricacies he has yet to fully grasp, such as where to position on relay throws from the outfield.
I tell him I am no sandwich expert, but knowing this neighborhood is on his list, I relay that I am a fan of the offerings at Larchmont Village Wine, Spirits & Cheese.
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