Definition

1. Noun:
   • A specific range of radio frequencies: "medium wave" refers to a band of radio waves with wavelengths between approximately 100 and 1000 meters, corresponding to frequencies between 300 kilohertz (kHz) and 3000 kHz (3 MHz).
   • A method of radio broadcasting: It also denotes the AM (Amplitude Modulation) broadcasting system that uses this frequency band.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Many national radio stations still broadcast on medium wave.
  • The signal on medium wave can travel long distances, especially at night.
  • I tuned the old radio to the medium wave band to listen to the news.

Advanced Usage

• "on medium wave": used to specify that a broadcast is transmitted using this frequency band.
  • The program is available on medium wave and online streaming.

Variants and Related Words

• MW: A common abbreviation for "medium wave".
  • The station's frequency is 909 MW.
• AM (Amplitude Modulation): While not a direct synonym, AM broadcasting is the primary technology used on the medium wave band.
  • AM radio on the medium wave band is prone to static from electrical interference.

Synonyms

• AM band: A common synonym referring to the same range of frequencies used for AM radio broadcasting.
• MW band: Another term for the medium wave frequency range.

Related Phrases

• Medium wave receiver: A radio designed to receive medium wave broadcasts.
  • He collects vintage medium wave receivers.
• Medium wave transmission: The act of sending a radio signal using medium wave frequencies.
  • The tower is used for medium wave transmission.

Noun

1. a radio wave with a wavelength between 100 and 1000 meters (a frequency between 300 kilohertz and 3000 kilohertz)