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声纳
shēngnà
Description
声纳是一种用声音来找东西的仪器，船和潜水艇常常用它。
"声纳" is a device that uses sound to locate objects, commonly used by ships and submarines.
它可以帮人找到水里的鱼、石头或者别的船。
It can help people find fish, rocks, or other ships underwater.
Meanings
声纳shēngnà
sonar; device using sound to detect underwater objects
潜水艇用声纳找路。
Submarines use sonar to navigate.
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Notes
- Etymology
phonetic loan of English "sonar," with 声 (sound) chosen to hint at the meaning.
- Nuance
声纳 uses sound underwater, while 雷达 (radar) uses radio waves in air.
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