Associations to the word «Transponder»

Wiktionary

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

Dictionary definition

TRANSPONDER, noun. Electrical device designed to receive a specific signal and automatically transmit a specific reply.

Wise words

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