Repeater
noun
A machine or device that receives a signal and transmits the same signal.
We need to install a repeater to boost the wifi signal.
Often appears as...
- signal repeater
- wi-fi repeater
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A watch or clock that can be made to repeat the last hour chime.
His wristwatch also has a repeater function for his convenience.
Often appears as...
- minute repeater
- quarter repeater
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A firearm that can fire several shots by repeatedly operating the same mechanism.
The ranger is carrying a repeater rifle for his protection.
Often appears as...
- repeater rifle
- semi-automatic repeater
noun
A student who fails an examination or course and has to take it again.
He's a repeater because he failed in Mathematics.
Often appears as...
- college repeater
- school repeater
noun
A machine or device that receives a signal and transmits the same signal.
We need to install a repeater to boost the wifi signal.
Often appears as...
- signal repeater
- wi-fi repeater
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A watch or clock that can be made to repeat the last hour chime.
His wristwatch also has a repeater function for his convenience.
Often appears as...
- minute repeater
- quarter repeater
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A firearm that can fire several shots by repeatedly operating the same mechanism.
The ranger is carrying a repeater rifle for his protection.
Often appears as...
- repeater rifle
- semi-automatic repeater
noun
A student who fails an examination or course and has to take it again.
He's a repeater because he failed in Mathematics.
Often appears as...
- college repeater
- school repeater
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Signal Boost
Repeaters boost weak signals in areas with poor reception.
In the basement, the Wi-Fi repeater strengthens the internet connection.
Pro Tip 2/3Tech Context
Used mainly in technical discussions about extending communication range.
A repeater is essential for clear radio communication at sea.
Pro Tip 3/3Physical Object
It refers to an actual device, not a person or abstract concept.
Our office installed a new repeater on the third floor.
Pro Tip 1/3Signal Boost
Repeaters boost weak signals in areas with poor reception.
In the basement, the Wi-Fi repeater strengthens the internet connection.
Pro Tip 2/3Tech Context
Used mainly in technical discussions about extending communication range.
A repeater is essential for clear radio communication at sea.
Pro Tip 3/3Physical Object
It refers to an actual device, not a person or abstract concept.
Our office installed a new repeater on the third floor.
Pro Tip 1/3Signal Boost
Repeaters boost weak signals in areas with poor reception.
In the basement, the Wi-Fi repeater strengthens the internet connection.
Pro Tip 2/3Tech Context
Used mainly in technical discussions about extending communication range.
A repeater is essential for clear radio communication at sea.
Pro Tip 3/3Physical Object
It refers to an actual device, not a person or abstract concept.
Our office installed a new repeater on the third floor.
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Safari Live - Day 121 PIPE...
shortly this is one of our repeaters that brings you the picture together you might be sitting in the world and it's a very prominent one you know in this pop
Video examples
Safari Live - Day 121 PIPE...
shortly this is one of our repeaters that brings you the picture together you might be sitting in the world and it's a very prominent one you know in this pop
Example 1 of 1
Quote examples
Sherrilyn Kenyon
American Writer
I take time with each person and try to remember them, especially if they're a repeater from another event. I know a lot of authors just sign a book and keep their heads down, but I'm not like that.
Quote examples
Sherrilyn Kenyon
American Writer
I take time with each person and try to remember them, especially if they're a repeater from another event. I know a lot of authors just sign a book and keep their heads down, but I'm not like that.
Example 1 of 1
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