antenna
- (phys.) A device for collecting or transmitting radio signals, the design of which depends on the wavelength and amplitude of the signals.
• RADIO ASTRONOMY AND COMMUNICATIONS
- (bio.) Usually one of a pair of many-jointed, whip-like structures present on the head of many arthropods, particularly insects (first appendage on head) and crustaceans(second appendage). Antennae have a sensory function, though in some crustaceans they are used for attachment or swimming.
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