B2nountechnologytransport
US/ˈreɪ.dɑːr/
UK/ˈreɪ.dɑː/
a system that uses radio waves to find the position of planes, ships or storms
In context
The plane disappeared from the radar over the sea.
Weather radar shows heavy rain moving toward the city.
Climate change was not on most companies' radar ten years ago.
Words that go with radar
noun + noun
- on the radarMental health is finally on the radar of employers.
- under the radarThe small company grew quietly under the radar.
- weather radarCheck the weather radar before you ride home.
- radar screenThe pilot watched the radar screen closely.
- radar systemThe airport installed a new radar system.