RADIOSONDE


Meaning of RADIOSONDE in English

[ 'reɪdɪəʊˌsɒnd ]

■ noun dated an instrument carried by balloon or other means and transmitting information about the atmosphere by radio.

Origin

1930s: from radio- + Ger. Sonde 'probe'.

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