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heterodyne

Pronunciation: [ˌhɛtəroʊˈdaɪn]

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Learn how to use heterodyne in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “physics”

(noun) heterodyne refers to a technique used in electronics and signal processing where two different frequencies are combined to create new frequencies. This is often used in radios to receive signals.

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The engineer used a heterodyne method to improve the radio signal quality.

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Using a simple receiver without heterodyne technology, the music sounded very unclear.

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What is the purpose of using a heterodyne in this circuit?

Context: “physics”

(verb) to heterodyne means to mix two waves of different frequencies to produce new frequencies. This action is important in communication systems to process signals.

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The technician decided to heterodyne the incoming signals to enhance their clarity.

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If you do not heterodyne the signals, you might miss important information.

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Can we heterodyne these signals to make them clearer?

How to pronounce heterodyne

Pronunciation: [ˌhɛtəroʊˈdaɪn]

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