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airwaves

 

[ ˈɛːweɪvz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

radio broadcast

Airwaves refer to the medium through which radio signals travel. They are the radio frequencies used for broadcasting signals from one point to another.

Synonyms

broadcast frequencies, radiowaves

Examples of usage

  • The new radio station is now broadcasting on the airwaves.
  • The popular show was heard on the airwaves across the country.
Context #2 | Noun

public attention or reception

Airwaves can also refer to the public attention or reception given to a specific topic, event, or communication. It signifies the reach and impact of a message or content.

Synonyms

media coverage, public attention

Examples of usage

  • The controversial speech dominated the airwaves for days.
  • The campaign aimed to capture the airwaves and gain public support.

Translations

Translations of the word "airwaves" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ondas de rádio

🇮🇳 हवा की लहरें

🇩🇪 Radiowellen

🇮🇩 gelombang udara

🇺🇦 повітряні хвилі

🇵🇱 fale radiowe

🇯🇵 電波

🇫🇷 ondes radio

🇪🇸 ondas de radio

🇹🇷 radyo dalgaları

🇰🇷 전파

🇸🇦 موجات الراديو

🇨🇿 rádiové vlny

🇸🇰 rádiové vlny

🇨🇳 电波

🇸🇮 radijski valovi

🇮🇸 útvarpsbylgjur

🇰🇿 радиотолқындар

🇬🇪 რადიოტალღები

🇦🇿 radio dalğaları

🇲🇽 ondas de radio

Word origin

The term 'airwaves' originated in the early 20th century with the development of radio technology. It stems from the concept of radio signals traveling through the air to transmit messages and broadcasts. Over time, 'airwaves' has evolved to encompass not just radio frequencies but also the broader idea of public attention and communication reach in the media landscape.

See also: wave, wavelength, wavelet, wavelike, wavenumber, waver, wavering, wavy.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,835, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.