omnidirectional
adjective
Simple meaning
Usually of a radio system capable of transmitting or receiving signals in all directions, or of a microphone capable of detecting sound from all directions.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ɑmˈnɪdɚˈɛkʃənəl
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
adjective
In every direction, especially of a radio system capable of transmitting or receiving signals in all directions, or of a microphone capable of detecting sound from all directions.
physicselectrical engineering
Having a ring-shaped radiation pattern, with equal radiation in all azimuthal directions.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Rare
- Typical Use
- Varies by meaning
Word Aura™
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Aura for this meaning
This meaning: In every direction, especially of a radio system capable of transmitting or receiving signals in all directions, or of a microphone capable of detecting sound from all directions.
Used this way, omnidirectional is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- No strong connotation
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Word Aura describes common impressions, not a measurement. Tone changes with sentence, speaker, relationship and situation.
More ways to use omnidirectional
- “Omnidirectional antenna.”adjective
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Compound terms
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An antenna that sends or receives signals equally in all directions.
A navigational system consisting of a network of radio beacons that provide aircraft with information about exact position and bearing.
A navigational system consisting of a network of radio beacons that provide aircraft with information about exact position and bearing.
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