radio — meaning in English

English meaning

• radio noun The technology of sending sound over distances using electromagnetic waves, or the broadcasting medium built on it.
• wireless adj Not connected by physical wires or cables.

Senses

radio is used for these senses in English:

• radio (uncountable) The technology that allows for the transmission of sound or other signals by modulation of electromagnetic waves.

radio — full definition

1. noun The technology of sending sound over distances using electromagnetic waves, or the broadcasting medium built on it.
2. noun A device that receives and plays these broadcasts.
3. verb To send a message using two-way radio equipment.

wireless — full definition

1. adj Not connected by physical wires or cables.
2. noun Radio, or a radio receiver — especially in older British usage.

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