transceiver

American

[tran-see-ver] / trænˈsi vər /

noun

Radio.

a transmitter and receiver combined in one unit.

transceiver British

/ trænˈsiːvə /

noun

a device which transmits and receives radio or electronic signals

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Etymology

Origin of transceiver

First recorded in 1935–40; trans(mitter) + (re)ceiver

Example Sentences

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The firm estimates the new order value is roughly $10 million and speculate that the customer is a top transceiver supplier like Cisco Systems, Broadcom, Marvell Technology, Coherent, or Lumentum Holdings.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The statistics are sobering; if you're carrying a transceiver there is a 70% chance you'll survive an avalanche, according to emergency crews.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

The chip integrates a radio transceiver, a wireless power circuit, digital control electronics, power management, data converters, and the analog components necessary for both recording and stimulation.

From Science Daily • Dec. 9, 2025

The second skier used a satellite communication device to call for help, and then a rescue transceiver and probe pole to locate the first skier buried under about 5 feet of snow.

From Seattle Times • May 12, 2024

Werner’s blood gallops through his ventricles, his thoughts on Hauptmann’s transceiver, on solder, fuses, batteries, antennas; his boot and Frederick’s touch the ground at the exact same moment.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr

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