Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
transponder
noun
/trænsˈpɒndər/
Definition
A device that receives and responds to a radio signal, often used in communication systems and navigation.
Examples
- The airplane’s transponder allowed air traffic control to monitor its flight path.
- Satellites often use transponders to relay signals between ground stations.
- The vehicle is equipped with a transponder for easy tracking and navigation.
Meaning
A transponder is commonly used in aviation and satellite technology to transmit information such as identification and location.
Synonyms
- identifier
- transmitting device
- signal responder
