Crosstalk (Noun)
Meaning
The presence of an unwanted signal via an accidental coupling.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The major issue with this old telephone wiring system was the crosstalk between adjacent phone lines, causing conversations to be overheard by other parties.
- In laboratories where electromagnetic interference can be high, researchers take measures to minimize crosstalk between sensitive equipment.
- Crosstalk on the intercom system disrupted the concert, allowing backstage chatter to be heard through the speakers during the performances.
- This noise reduction device helps reduce crosstalk from neighboring radio transmissions, resulting in a clearer reception of data.
- One common issue that affects mobile phone reception quality near dense urban areas is the crosstalk caused by many competing base stations operating at the same frequencies.