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View synonyms for telethon

telethon

[ tel-uh-thon ]

noun

  1. a television broadcast lasting several hours, especially one soliciting support for a charity.


telethon

/ ˈtɛləˌθɒn /

noun

  1. a lengthy television programme to raise charity funds, etc
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of telethon1

1945–50; tele- 1 + -thon ( def )
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Word History and Origins

Origin of telethon1

C20: from tele- + marathon
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Example Sentences

The Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, Can Choose telethon was just the beginning.

George Clooney will also host a telethon on January 22 for MTV.

You know, Dave, I just love that split-screen telethon look with Frank in L.A. talking to Joey in Atlantic City.

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