shortwave
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Noun — A radio wave with a wavelength of roughly 10 to 100 metres, used for long-distance broadcasting.
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Etymology
From short + wave.
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What does “shortwave” mean?
The word “shortwave” means a radio wave with a wavelength of roughly 10 to 100 metres, used for long-distance broadcasting. In plain terms, a type of long-range radio signal, or a radio that receives it.
How do you pronounce “shortwave”?
“Shortwave” is pronounced SHAWT-wayv (/ˈʃoɹtˌweɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “shortwave” in a sentence?
Here is “shortwave” used in a sentence: “He tuned his old radio to a shortwave station broadcasting from overseas.”
What part of speech is “shortwave”?
Depending on how it is used, “shortwave” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “shortwave” have?
“Shortwave” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a radio wave with a wavelength of roughly 10 to 100 metres, used for long-distance broadcasting.