Definition of TRANSPONDER

transponder

Meanings

Plural: transponders

Noun

  • electrical device designed to receive a specific signal and automatically transmit a specific reply
  • A radar or radio transceiver that transmits some signal in response to receiving a predetermined signal.

Origin / Etymology

Blend of transmitter + responder.

Synonyms

parrot

Scrabble Score: 14

transponder is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
transponder is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
transponder is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 17

transponder is a valid Words With Friends word