Meaning of airwaves | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Radio-frequency electromagnetic waves, usually used in the context of wireless communication; radio waves.
   plural, plural-only
2. Radio or television broadcasts.
   plural, plural-only

Equivalents

Examples

“Our goal has always been to work as allies with women who do not have access to the mainstream airwaves. We have tried to provide a forum where women could speak for themselves about the issues that concern them.”

“‘Ham’ amateur radio operators in Tiantongyuan, a community in northern Beijing, are using the airwaves to search for an elderly mum who has been missing for over a week.”

“On Tuesday, Nigel took to the airwaves to say that if the eventual choice was between May’s deal or remain, he wouldn’t campaign or vote – a threat arguably without bite for at least 48% of the country.”

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