sonar

//ˈsoʊ.nɑːr//
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Noun

sonarSingular
sonarsPlural
1

A system that uses sound waves to detect and locate objects underwater, especially submarines or other vessels.

The submarine used sonar to detect enemy ships in the area.

2

The equipment or apparatus used to transmit and receive sound waves for underwater detection.

The submarine's sonar detected an object on the ocean floor.

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