ham band en · NOUN
Etymology
ham + band; ham being a pejorative slang term used by professional operators refer to amateurs (e.g. "ham-fisted"); band from radio band.
Meanings
- A specific range of radio frequencies legally allocated by international and national governments for licensed amateur radio operators to communication; see ham radio.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ham bands | Number=Plur | lexicographic |