radiotelegraphy

[ rey-dee-oh-tuh-leg-ruh-fee ]

noun

1. the constructing or operating of radiotelegraphs. : RT

radiotelegraphy

/ ˌreɪdɪəʊˌtɛlɪˈɡræfɪk; ˌreɪdɪəʊtɪˈlɛɡrəfɪ /

noun

1. a type of telegraphy in which messages (usually in Morse code) are transmitted by radio waves; its use is no longer widespread as it has been superseded by satellite technology Also calledwireless telegraphy

Derived Forms

• ˌradioˌteleˈgraphically, adverb
• radiotelegraphic, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of radiotelegraphy¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; radio- + telegraphy

Example Sentences

Connected with this office is, since 1906, the International Office for Radiotelegraphy.

From Project Gutenberg

Used for all visual and sound signaling, radiotelegraphy, and on cables using siphon recorders, used in communicating with Navy.

From Project Gutenberg

Most thunderstorm recorders register, by radiotelegraphy, the strays set up by lightning discharges.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• transmission
• wireless