mul·ti·me·dia
ˌməl-tē-ˈmē-dē-ə 
-ˌtī-
: using, involving, or encompassing several media
a multimedia approach to learning
plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: a technique (such as the combining of sound, video, and text) for expressing ideas (as in communication, entertainment, or art) in which several media are employed
also
: something (such as software) using or facilitating such a technique
Examples of multimedia in a Sentence
Adjective
a multimedia exhibit of photographs, films, and music
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Adjective
Terms & Conditions, a feature debut and a multimedia tribute to black experimental thinkers.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 8 Aug. 2025
There is a multimedia aspect to the exhibit where visitors can watch a video with personal testimonials, poetry and images.
—Damenica Ellis
july 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2025
Noun
Under Harrison’s leadership since 2005, CPB has guided public media through digital transformations to help stations adopt new technologies and leverage multimedia platforms to ensure high-quality content reached audiences across television, radio and online.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
ThreeSixty Journalism is a multimedia storytelling program for Minnesota youth.
—Twin Cities, 30 Aug. 2025
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“Multimedia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multimedia. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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multimedia
1 of 2 adjective
mul·ti·me·dia
ˌməl-ti-ˈmēd-ē-ə
: using or composed of more than one form of communication or expression
multimedia software combining sound, video, and text
multimedia
2 of 2 noun
: a technique (as the combining of sound, video, and text) for expressing ideas (as in communication, entertainment, or art) in which several media are employed
also
: something (as software) using such a technique
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