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Reflector Antenna

/rɪˈflɛktər ænˈtɛnə/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    An antenna that uses a reflective surface to direct radio waves in a specific direction.

    "The satellite dish acts as a reflector antenna, focusing signals from space."
  2. 2

    A type of antenna that enhances signal reception by reflecting electromagnetic waves.

    "Using a reflector antenna improved the reception of the television signal significantly."

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The term 'reflector' originates from the Latin 'reflectere', meaning 'to bend back', while 'antenna' comes from the Latin 'antenna', referring to a sail yard or a sensory appendage. The combination reflects the function of the device in directing radio waves.

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