sodar en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈsoʊdɑɹ/ (General-American)
- sō'där (General-American)
Etymology
Short for sonic detection and ranging; compare radar, sonar.
Meanings
- (uncountable) A system resembling sonar but used in the air, for meteorological measurements, rather than in water.
- (countable) A type of system using such a method, differentiated by platform, configuration, frequency, power, and other technical attributes.
- (countable) An installation of such a system or of the transmitting and receiving apparatus.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| sodars | Number=Plur | lexicographic |