early warning system

Other forms: early warning systems

Definitions of early warning system
  1. noun
    a network of radar installations designed to detect enemy missiles or aircraft while there is still time to intercept them
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    type of:
    electronic network, network
    (electronics) a system of interconnected electronic components or circuits
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