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radiotelegraphy
[ rey-dee-oh-tuh-leg-ruh-fee ]
/ ˌreɪ di oʊ təˈlɛg rə fi /
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noun
the constructing or operating of radiotelegraphs. Abbreviation: RT
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Origin of radiotelegraphy
First recorded in 1895–1900; radio- + telegraphy
Words nearby radiotelegraphy
radiosymmetrical, radio taxi, radiotechnology, radiotelegram, radiotelegraph, radiotelegraphy, radiotelemetry, radiotelephone, radiotelephony, radio telescope, radioteletype
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How to use radiotelegraphy in a sentence
Connected with this office is, since 1906, the International Office for Radiotelegraphy.
International Law. A Treatise. Volume I (of 2)|Lassa Francis OppenheimUsed for all visual and sound signaling, radiotelegraphy, and on cables using siphon recorders, used in communicating with Navy.
Manual of Military Training|James A. MossMost thunderstorm recorders register, by radiotelegraphy, the strays set up by lightning discharges.
Meteorology|Charles Fitzhugh Talman
British Dictionary definitions for radiotelegraphy
radiotelegraphy
/ (ˌreɪdɪəʊtɪˈlɛɡrəfɪ) /
noun
a type of telegraphy in which messages (usually in Morse code) are transmitted by radio waves; its use is no longer widespread as it has been superseded by satellite technologyAlso called: wireless telegraphy
Derived forms of radiotelegraphy
radiotelegraphic (ˌreɪdɪəʊˌtɛlɪˈɡræfɪk), adjectiveradiotelegraphically, adverbCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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