"MSNBC" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: An initialism from the names of its founders, Microsoft and the National Broadcasting Company. Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} MSNBC
  1. (television) An American news-based television channel and website. Wikipedia link: Microsoft, National Broadcasting Company Categories (topical): Microsoft, Television Related terms: MSDNC
    Sense id: en-MSNBC-en-name-jhR5HgbU Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: broadcasting, media, television

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