Blip

usgb/blɪp/
noun

A small spot or line on a secreen showing the position of a moving object.

There is a blip on the radar screen.
Visual representation of "blip" - A small spot or line on a secreen showing the position of a moving object

Often appears as...

  • radar blip
  • blip on the screen

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Technical

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Movement Indicator

In technical contexts, 'blip' often refers to an object's movement on a monitoring device.

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The air traffic controller noticed a blip moving rapidly.
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Electronic Devices

'Blip' is mostly used in the context of electronic screens or monitors.

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Watch the screen for any blips that indicate submarines.
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Radar Commonality

'Blip' is commonly associated with radar screens in movies and TV shows.

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The pilot was tracking a blip on the radar that suddenly vanished.
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