NYT Dictionary

RADIO

/ˈɹeɪ.diˌoʊ/
NounVerbRA-diora-dio · 2 syllablesGrade 6

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

The technology that allows for the transmission of sound or other signals by modulation of electromagnetic waves.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Short for radiotelegraphy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

tunerwirelessreceiverradiocommunicationadviceadviserannouncerauthoritybeambroadcast

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 8 recorded puzzles:

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