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radio

1 of 3noun
/ˈɹeɪdioʊ/
Forms:radios
1

a device that is used for listening to programs that are broadcast

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A radio is a piece of equipment designed to receive and play audio broadcasts transmitted over radio waves. It typically includes a tuner to select different radio stations, speakers to output sound, and controls for adjusting volume and frequency. Radios can be portable or stationary and may include features such as digital displays, alarms, and the ability to play music from external sources like CDs or digital devices. They allow listeners to access a variety of programs, including music, news, and talk shows.

  • The radio program has interesting interviews.
  • The radio provides the latest weather updates.
  • They are dancing to the music on the radio.
  • They turned off the radio when they went to sleep.
  • We enjoy listening to the radio during our road trips.
2

medium for communication

3

a device used to send and receive voice messages through invisible signals, often for communication in emergencies, transport, or security

  • The pilot used the radio to contact the control tower.
  • The police officer grabbed the radio and called for backup.
  • Radios are essential in emergency situations.
  • The hiker used a handheld radio to report her location.
  • Firefighters stay in touch using two-way radios.
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4

programs that are broadcast on the radio

5

the transmission and reception of audio content through electromagnetic waves, providing a platform for delivering news, music, and other forms of entertainment to listeners