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modulation

/ˌmɒdjʊˈleɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does modulation mean?

noun

The process of modifying or varying a signal, especially a sound wave, in order to transmit information, or a change in pitch or tone in music or speech.

Example

"The radio station used amplitude modulation to broadcast the news."

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