local oscillator

/ˌloʊkəl ˌɑsəˈleɪdər/
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Definitions of local oscillator
  1. noun
    an oscillator whose output heterodynes with the incoming radio signal to produce sum and difference tones
    synonyms: heterodyne oscillator
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    type of:
    oscillator
    generator that produces sonic oscillations or alternating current
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