El sistema de radar
Example: El sistema de radar detectó una tormenta en la ruta aérea.
Definition
"El sistema de radar" refers to a radar system used in aviation to detect and locate objects such as aircraft, weather formations, and obstacles by sending out radio waves and analyzing their reflections. It is essential for ensuring safe and efficient air travel.
Etymology
The term "el sistema de radar" combines the Spanish word 'sistema,' meaning system, with 'radar,' an acronym originating from the English phrase 'Radio Detection and Ranging.' Radar technology was developed during World War II to detect enemy aircraft, and the term entered many languages, including Spanish.
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"El sistema de radar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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