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radios

/ˈreɪdioʊz/ /ˈreɪdɪoʊz/

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noun

The technology that allows for the transmission of sound or other signals by modulation of electromagnetic waves.

Examples :

"During the power outage, the only way we could get news updates was through our battery-powered radios. "

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noun

A device that can capture (receive) the signal sent over radio waves and render the modulated signal as sound.

Examples :

"During the power outage, the only way we could get news was by listening to information broadcast on our radios. "

electronics device communication technology sound signal media

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noun

On-board entertainment system in a car, usually including a radio receiver as well as the capability to play audio from recorded media.

Examples :

""Modern cars often come with radios that can play music from CDs, USB drives, and even smartphones." "

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noun

A device that can transmit radio signals.

Examples :

"The police cars have radios to communicate with each other. "

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noun

The continuous broadcasting of sound via the Internet in the style of traditional radio.

Examples :

"The school announced that they would be using online radios to broadcast important announcements throughout the day. "

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verb

To use two-way radio to transmit (a message) (to another radio or other radio operator).

Examples :

"The truck driver radios dispatch every hour to report his location and any issues. "

communication technology electronics media signal

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verb

To order or assist (to a location), using telecommunications.

Examples :

"The supply truck got lost in the mountains, so we radios it directions using the base camp's transmitter. "

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