sonar

名詞

UK/ˈsəʊ.nɑːʳ/
US/ˈsoʊ.nɑːr/

定義 sonar 名詞

  1. Uncountable

    A system or device that uses sound waves to detect objects underwater, determine water depth, or for navigation.

    • The navy uses sonar to track submarines.

    • Fishing boats are equipped with sonar to locate schools of fish.

    • Scientists use sonar to map the ocean floor.