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Meaning of carrier wave

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

carrier wave

Pronunciation:/ˈkæ.ɹɪ.ə weɪv//ˈkæ.ɹɪ.ɚ weɪv/

noun

Definitions

  1. A wave that can be modulated, either in amplitude, frequency, or phase, to carry or transmit images, music, speech, or other signals.

noun

Definitions

  1. A self-reinforcing pulse or travelling wave caused by any non-linear effect (found in many physical systems).

    Synonyms:carrier wavesolitary wavewave of translation
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