PINGER

pinger

(noun) a pulse generator used for echo sounding in sonar

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

pinger (plural pingers)

A device that emits a short, high-pitched sound burst, such as in sonar or other echo location systems.

A device that periodically emits a signal that can be monitored to permit movement tracking.

A computer program that sends a ping message over a network.

A user of a ping program; one who pings.

(slang) An illicit drug, especially ecstasy, taken for recreational purposes.

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

23 November 2024

THEORETICAL

(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”


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Coffee Trivia

In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.

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