radar
//ˈreɪ.dɑːr//
Noun
radarSingular
radarsPlural
1
A system that uses radio waves to detect the position, distance, speed, and direction of objects such as aircraft, ships, or weather formations.
The radar detected an aircraft approaching from the east.
2
The equipment or apparatus used to operate such a detection system.
The ship's radar was damaged during the storm.
3
(informal) A person's ability to sense or perceive something, especially intuitively.
She has a good radar for detecting lies.