relay Antonyms
Meaning of relay
relay (n)
the act of passing something along from one person or group to another
a crew of workers who relieve another crew
a fresh team to relieve weary draft animals
a race between teams; each member runs or swims part of the distance
electrical device such that current flowing through it in one circuit can switch on and off a current in a second circuit
relay (v)
pass along
control or operate by relay
relay (v. t.)
To lay again; to lay a second time; as, to relay a pavement.
relay (n.)
A supply of anything arranged beforehand for affording relief from time to time, or at successive stages; provision for successive relief.
A supply of horses placced at stations to be in readiness to relieve others, so that a trveler may proceed without delay.
A supply of hunting dogs or horses kept in readiness at certain places to relive the tired dogs or horses, and to continue the pursuit of the game if it comes that way.
A number of men who relieve others in carrying on some work.
In various forms of telegraphic apparatus, a magnet which receives the circuit current, and is caused by it to bring into into action the power of a local battery for performing the work of making the record; also, a similar device by which the current in one circuit is made to open or close another circuit in which a current is passing.
relay (a.)
Relating to, or having the characteristics of, an auxiliary apparatus put into action by a feeble force but itself capable of exerting greater force, used to control a comparatively powerful machine or appliance.
relay Sentence Examples
- The relay team surged forward, eager to pass the baton and secure victory.
- The relay race required exceptional speed, agility, and coordination among the participants.
- The relay satellite allowed seamless communication between astronauts in space and ground control.
- The electrical relay acted as a switch, controlling the flow of current in the circuit.
- The relay marathon tested the endurance and determination of the runners as they covered a grueling distance.
- The relay coupler connected two wires, enabling the transfer of electrical signals.
- The relay station provided a vital resting point for travelers embarking on a long journey.
- The relay server distributed incoming messages to multiple recipients efficiently.
- The relay beacon sent out a pulsating beam of light, serving as a navigational aid for ships at sea.
- The relay of memories and stories passed down through generations preserved the cultural heritage of a people.
FAQs About the word relay
the act of passing something along from one person or group to another, a crew of workers who relieve another crew, a fresh team to relieve weary draft animals,
give, convey, transmit, spread, communicate, impart, carry, reach, pass, broadcast
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The relay team surged forward, eager to pass the baton and secure victory.
The relay race required exceptional speed, agility, and coordination among the participants.
The relay satellite allowed seamless communication between astronauts in space and ground control.
The electrical relay acted as a switch, controlling the flow of current in the circuit.
