Radar

/ˈreɪˌdɑr/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A system that uses radio waves to detect and locate objects such as aircraft or ships.

The air traffic control tower uses radar to monitor the movements of planes in the sky.

A device or system that analyzes data to track or detect changes, often used metaphorically.

He always keeps the latest trends on his radar to stay ahead in the business.

The process of discovering or identifying something.

Her talent for design was finally on my radar after she submitted her portfolio.

Radar is a contraction of the phrase 'Radio Detection and Ranging'.

on the radar

To be aware of something or someone.

off the radar

Not visible or not being noticed.

radar screen

A figurative representation of what is seen or known.

sonar

A system for detecting objects underwater.

detection

The action or process of identifying the presence of something.

tracking

The act of following the movement or progress of someone or something.

To have knowledge or awareness of someone or something.

He’s on my radar now after that impressive presentation.

To be ignored or not taken into consideration.

She was off my radar ever since the incident last year.