radar beacon

/ˌreɪˈdɑr ˌbikən/
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Definitions of radar beacon
  1. noun
    a device that, on receiving radar signals, transmits coded signals in response to help navigators determine their position
    synonyms: racon
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    type of:
    electronic signal
    a signal generated by electronic means
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