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WordBand 5.5–6.5Core (NGSL)
radio
/ˈɹeɪdiˌəʊ/
noun1 of 2
system for sending and receiving signals through the air
- “Every evening I listen to the news on the radio.”Tatoeba
- “Make sure to place the radio on a stable surface.”Tatoeba
Sentences from Tatoeba show real usage. A word can have several meanings, so a sentence may use another one.
verb2 of 2
To order or assist (to a location), using telecommunications.
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trailernounA short preview of a film made to attract an audience.
backlashnounA strong negative reaction from many people.
heated debateAn argument in which people feel strongly.
genrenounA type of art, music or writing with a recognisable style.
reliableadjectiveAble to be trusted to be accurate or to work well.
antennanounA metal rod or wire that sends or receives radio and television signals.
documentarynounA film or programme that shows real events and facts.
objectivitynounJudging facts fairly without being influenced by personal feelings.
Source: New General Service List (Browne, Culligan & Phillips) (CC BY-SA 4.0); Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 3.0); Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR)