transponder
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Noun — A device that automatically sends out a signal when it receives a particular incoming signal.
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Etymology
A blend of "transmitter" and "responder."
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What does “transponder” mean?
The word “transponder” means a device that automatically sends out a signal when it receives a particular incoming signal. In plain terms, a gadget that replies automatically when it's pinged by the right signal — used in aircraft, tollbooths, and tracking systems.
How do you pronounce “transponder”?
“Transponder” is pronounced tran-SPON-duh (/tɹænˈspɑn.dɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “transponder” in a sentence?
Here is “transponder” used in a sentence: “Air traffic control tracks planes using the signal from each aircraft's transponder.”
What part of speech is “transponder”?
“Transponder” is a noun.