noun
propagation
pro-puh-GAY-shuhn
noun
1
The spreading or multiplying of something, such as plants, ideas, or diseases.
"The propagation of the disease was slowed by strict quarantine measures."
2
The movement or spread of a wave or signal.
"Radio propagation can be affected by atmospheric conditions."
How to Use Propagation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of spreading or multiplying — plants, ideas, diseases, or signals.
Common pairings
signal propagation
propagation of disease
Word Forms
propagations plural
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Etymology
From Old French propagacion, from Latin propagatio.