shortwave

  1. Adjective.  (context, of radio waves) Having a wavelength of approximately 10 to 200 meters.
  2. Adjective.  (context, of radio equipment) Capable of transmitting or receiving signals at such a wavelength.
  3. Noun.  Any shortwave frequency, having a wavelength between approximately 10 and 200 meters.
  4. Noun.  Any wave in the shortwave frequency band.

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