noun Download 🔗Share A method of detecting distant objects and determining their position, velocity, or other characteristics by analysis of sent radio waves (usually microwaves) reflected from their surfaces Examples : "The airplane's radar detected a storm cloud approaching the airport. " technology electronics physics signal communication device nautical military science Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A type of system using such method, differentiated by platform, configuration, frequency, power, and other technical attributes. Examples : "The school used a special radar system to track students' movement throughout the building. " technology electronics physics signal device machine military vehicle nautical communication science system Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share An installation of such a system or of the transmitting and receiving apparatus. Examples : "The airport's radar system detected the approaching plane. " technology electronics communication signal machine device military nautical Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A superior ability to detect something. Examples : "His sensitive radar for hidden alliances keeps him out of trouble." ability technology device signal Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To scan with radar, or as if with radar. Examples : "The security guard was radar scanning the parking lot for any suspicious vehicles. " technology electronics military nautical communication device machine signal Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading