Tacan

/ ˈtækən /

noun

1. an electronic ultrahigh-frequency navigation system for aircraft which gives a continuous indication of bearing and distance from a transmitting station

Word History and Origins

Origin of Tacan¹

C20: tac ( tical ) a ( ir ) n ( avigation )

Example Sentences

In 1072 for the first time appears tacan; in 1076 hofding and brydlop, etc.

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