Radiogram

Pronunciation: /ˈreɪdiəˌɡræm/

Definitions of radiogram

noun a radio receiver that can also transmit messages

Example Sentences

A1 A radiogram is a message sent by radio.

A2 During wartime, radiograms were used to communicate important information.

B1 The radiogram received from the ship confirmed their safe arrival at the port.

B2 The radiogram was encrypted to ensure secure communication between the two parties.

C1 The radiogram contained detailed instructions for the covert operation.

C2 As a skilled radio operator, she was able to decode the radiogram quickly and accurately.

Examples of radiogram in a Sentence

formal The radiogram was sent out to all government officials.

informal I received a radiogram from the embassy.

slang Did you catch that radiogram from HQ?

figurative His smile was like a radiogram, spreading joy to everyone around him.

Grammatical Forms of radiogram

• past tense: radiogrammed
• plural: radiograms
• comparative: more radiogram
• superlative: most radiogram
• present tense: radiogram
• future tense: will radiogram
• perfect tense: have radiogrammed
• continuous tense: is radiogramming
• singular: radiogram
• positive degree: radiogram
• infinitive: to radiogram
• gerund: radiogramming
• participle: radiogrammed

Origin and Evolution of radiogram

First Known Use: 1921 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'radiogram' is a combination of 'radio' and 'telegram', referring to a message sent via radio waves.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a message sent via radio waves, the term 'radiogram' has evolved to also refer to a piece of furniture that combines a radio and a gramophone.