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Definition of 'radio'Noun
(uncountable) The technology that allows for the transmission of sound or other signals by modulation of electromagnetic waves.
(countable) A device that can capture (receive) the signal sent over radio waves and render the modulated signal as sound.
(countable) A device that can transmit radio signals.
(Internet|uncountable) The continuous broadcasting of sound recordings via the Internet in the style of traditional radio.
Synonyms
* (device to capture radio signal) tuner, wireless, receiver
Related terms
Verb
( en-verb)
(intransitive|transitive|ambitransitive) To use two-way radio to transmit (a message) (to another radio or other radio operator).
- I think the boat is sinking; we'd better radio''' for help.'' / ''I '''radioed''' him already.'' / '''''Radio''' the coordinates this time.'' / ''OK. I '''radioed them the coordinates.
To order or assist (to a location), using telecommunications.
* 2002 , Jack Dave, Death Bridge , iUniverse, ISBN 978-0-595-21407-5, page 40 :
- “Could you call them here? I'd like to talk to them. Or if they're out in the field, radio them in.”
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