radarscope

[ rey-dahr-skohp ]

noun

1. the viewing screen of radar equipment.

radarscope

/ ˈreɪdɑːˌskəʊp /

noun

1. a cathode-ray oscilloscope on which radar signals can be viewed. In a plan position indicator , the target is represented by a blip on a radial line that rotates around a point, representing the antenna

Word History and Origins

Origin of radarscope¹

First recorded in 1945–50; radar + -scope

Example Sentences

If you live in a region that sees severe weather often, and you’re into tracking storms, RadarScope features detailed radars that reflect the intensity of an incoming storm as well as its path.

From New York Times

He opened an app on his iPhone called RadarScope, made by a private company, that projects where a storm is most likely headed.

From New York Times

If you were to ask a meteorologist which weather app they preferred on their smartphone, chances are they’ll point you to RadarScope.

From The Verge

RadarScope provides a wealth of radar and in-depth prediction information, but it can be overwhelming and hard to parse when you just want to know the current temperature outside.

From The Verge

If you were to ask a meteorologist which weather app they preferred on their iPhone, chances are they’ll point you to RadarScope.

From The Verge