pinger

British  

/ ˈpɪŋə /

noun

1. a device that makes a pinging sound, esp one that can be preset to ring at a particular time

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Example Sentences

A high-frequency acoustic pinger would be even more efficient, as this would provide directional accuracy to home onto a distressed submersible.

From Scientific American • Jun. 22, 2023

Many underwater vehicles are fitted with an acoustic device, often called a pinger, which emits sounds that can be detected underwater by rescuers.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 20, 2023

Pinpointing a crash site by tracking the "pinger" signals remains a key objective, as searching larger areas underwater can be a long and painstaking process.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2014

Navy has also dispatched a pinger locater, which is designed to be towed behind a vessel and listens for the signals emitted by the aircraft’s voice and data recorders, known as black boxes.

From New York Times • Mar. 25, 2014

Ne pinger ne scolpir fin più che queti L'anima volta a quell' amor divino Ch'aperse a prender noi in croce le braccia.

From The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume II by Barrington, Mrs. Russell