Meaning of the word radio in English

What does radio mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

radio

US /ˈreɪ.di.oʊ/

UK /ˈreɪ.di.oʊ/

the broadcasting of programmes for the public to listen to; the programmes broadcast

Example:

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I listen to the radio every morning.

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The news was announced on the radio.

Synonym:

wireless broadcast

an apparatus for receiving or transmitting radio broadcasts

Example:

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He turned on the car radio.

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The old radio still works perfectly.

Synonym:

receiver transceiver

transmit (a message or sound) by radio

Example:

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They tried to radio for help.

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The pilot radioed the control tower.

Synonym:

broadcast transmit send by radio

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Related Word:

talk radio