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radar

nounmasculinetécnico/ʁaˈdaɾ/high

ra·dar

Definition

A system for detecting the presence, direction, distance, and speed of objects, typically used in aviation and maritime contexts.
The radar picked up a storm approaching the coast.
They use radar to track aircraft movements.

Etymology

Acrónimo de 'Radio Detection and Ranging'

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