frequency band

American  

noun

Radio and Television.

1. band.

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frequency band British  

noun

1. a continuous range of frequencies, esp in the radio spectrum, between two limiting frequencies

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Etymology

Origin of frequency band

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

Using this tool, the researchers focused on brain activity in the beta frequency band, which has been linked to memory processes and is especially relevant in Alzheimer's research, according to Jones.

From Science Daily • Jan. 12, 2026

The frequency band used by Starlink is adjacent to a band reserved for radio astronomy and any spillover could impact observations.

From Science Magazine • Feb. 27, 2023

In Europe, however, 5G typically operates at frequency bands 3.8 GHz and below, and in-flight services will likely be offered at an even lower frequency band.

From Washington Post • Dec. 6, 2022

Move to a different band Modern Wi-Fi works on the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency band.

From The Verge • Aug. 1, 2022

He flipped a switch that turned on the finder pickup, then turned the selector to his own frequency band.

From Anchorite by Schelling, George Luther