radar

Meanings

Noun

  • 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
  • A type of system using such method, differentiated by platform, configuration, frequency, power, and other technical attributes.
  • An installation of such a system or of the transmitting and receiving apparatus.
  • A superior ability to detect something.

Verb

  • To scan with radar, or as if with radar.

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