transponder

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A radar or radio transceiver that transmits some signal in response to receiving a predetermined signal.

Pronunciation

/tɹænˈspɒn.də/ /tɹænˈspɑn.dɚ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-transponder.wav

Word forms

transponder transponders

Etymology

Blend of transmitter + responder.

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