sonar

A noun referring to a system or instrument that uses sound waves to detect and locate objects underwater, typically by emitting an acoustic pulse and measuring the time it takes for the echo to return.

• 🇩🇪Substantiv, das ein System oder Gerät bezeichnet, das Schallwellen nutzt, um Objekte unter Wasser zu orten, meist indem es einen Schallimpuls aussendet und die Zeit bis zum Eintreffen des Echos misst.

1. Acoustic detection system B2 formal technical

   A system that uses sound waves to detect and locate objects underwater by measuring the time it takes for an echo to return.

   • The submarine used sonar to navigate through the dark waters.
   • Fishermen rely on sonar to find schools of fish.
   • Sonar technology is essential for mapping the ocean floor.

   🇩🇪Sonar

   Synonyme: asdic

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