Citizens Band

noun

1. a two-way radio service Citizens Radio Service licensed by the FCC to a U.S. citizen for short-distance personal or business communications between fixed or mobile stations. : CB

Citizens' Band

noun

1. a range of radio frequencies assigned officially for use by the public for private communication CB

Word History and Origins

Origin of Citizens Band¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

In the days when citizens band radio, a two-way radio system, was big, a young, unpublished Saul had an idea: a thriller involving CB radio and truckers.

From Seattle Times

I rationalized that since Jonathan Demme directed it — and I liked his films "Citizens Band" and "Melvin and Howard" — I might appreciate this concert film.

From Salon

The Alexandria Citizens Band — one of the oldest, all-volunteer community bands in the nation — soon will help the town, founded in 1749, celebrate the season.

From Washington Times

“The Alexandria Citizens Band is excited to wrap up our 110th year with our 5th annual Holiday Sing-along on Friday, December 16 at 7:30 p.m. This free family-friendly concert has become an Alexandria area holiday tradition,” advises conductor Mike Evans, in a statement to Inside the Beltway.

From Washington Times

Personal service radio includes unlicensed two-way communication methods like Citizens Band, Family Radio Service, and Multi-Use Radio Service, which anyone can use without a license.

From Slate