radiofrequency
[ rey-dee-oh-free-kwuhn-see ]
/ ˌreɪ di oʊˈfri kwən si /
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noun, plural ra·di·o·fre·quen·cies.
the frequency of the transmitting waves of a given radio message or broadcast.
any frequency within the range of radio waves, microwaves, and electromagnetic wireless signals. Abbreviations: RF, rf
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British Dictionary definitions for radiofrequency
radio frequency
noun
- a frequency or band of frequencies that lie in the range 10 kilohertz to 300 000 megahertz and can be used for radio communications and broadcastingAbbreviations: rf, RF See also frequency band
- (as modifier)a radio-frequency amplifier
the frequency transmitted by a particular radio station
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Scientific definitions for radiofrequency
radio frequency
A frequency of electromagnetic radiation in the range at which radio signals are transmitted, ranging from approximately 3 kilohertz to 300 gigahertz. Many astronomical bodies, such as pulsars, quasars, and possibly black holes, emit radio frequency radiation.
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