radio detection and ranging

Noun

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radio detection and ranging - measuring instrument in which the echo of a pulse of microwave radiation is used to detect and locate distant objects Synonyms: microwave radar, radar, radiolocation

3d radar, cathode-ray oscilloscope, CRO, dish, dish aerial, dish antenna, early warning radar, measuring device, measuring instrument, measuring system, microwave radar, oscilloscope, pulse generator, radar, radiolocation, saucer, scope, three-dimensional radar, wave guide, waveguide, weather radar