noncommercial

UK
/nɒn.kəˈmɜː.ʃəl/
US
/nɑn.kəˈmɜr.ʃəl/

Translations

noncommercialnoun
noncommercials
pl
UK
/ˌnɒn.kəˈmɜː.ʃəl/
US
/ˌnɑːn.kəˈmɝː.ʃəl/
Occasionally used as a countable noun in broadcasting contexts (e.g., “public radio noncommercials”).
Synonyms
educational station
public-service organization
public-service broadcaster
community station
public broadcaster
nonprofit organization
noncommercialadjective
more noncommercial
Comp.
most noncommercial
Super.
UK
/nɒn.kəˈmɜː.ʃəl/
US
/nɑn.kəˈmɜr.ʃəl/
The organization operates on a noncommercial basis.
Организация работает на некоммерческой основе.

Definitions

noncommercialnoun
A radio or television station that operates without commercial advertising, usually funded by donations or public subsidies.
Many local noncommercials survive through listener pledges and government grants.
noncommercialadjective
Not intended for or directed towards commercial advantage or monetary gain.
The radio station operates on a noncommercial basis, relying on donations rather than advertisements.
Not related to or engaged in commerce or trade.
The noncommercial organization focuses on providing educational resources to the community.