a popular British television show (1982– ) in which competitors play games with words and numbers. It is presented by Richard Whiteley and Carol Vorderman , and was the first programme to be shown on Channel Four . It is broadcast every afternoon except Saturday and Sunday.
COUNTDOWN
Meaning of COUNTDOWN in English
Oxford guide to British and American culture English vocabulary. Руководство по британской и американской культуре, Оксфордский английский словарь. 2005