sodar

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A system resembling sonar but used in the air, for meteorological measurements, rather than in water.
  2. A type of system using such a method, differentiated by platform, configuration, frequency, power, and other technical attributes.
  3. An installation of such a system or of the transmitting and receiving apparatus.

Pronunciation

sō'där /ˈsoʊdɑɹ/

Word forms

sodar sodars

Etymology

Short for sonic detection and ranging; compare radar, sonar.

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