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repeater

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: repeater

1
 n
a person who repeats
2
 n
a firearm that can fire several rounds without reloading
3
 n
(electronics) electronic device that amplifies a signal before transmitting it again
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: repeater
1

n a person who repeats

“the audience consisted largely of repeaters who had seen the movie many times”
Type of:
individual, mortal, person, somebody, someone, soul
a human being

n someone who is repeatedly arrested for criminal behavior (especially for the same criminal behavior)

Synonyms:
habitual criminal, recidivist
Type of:
criminal, crook, felon, malefactor, outlaw
someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime
2

n a firearm that can fire several rounds without reloading

Synonyms:
repeating firearm
Types:
Mauser
trademark for a repeating rifle or pistol
Type of:
firearm, piece, small-arm
a portable gun
3

n (electronics) electronic device that amplifies a signal before transmitting it again

“repeaters can be used in computer networks to extend cabling distances”
Type of:
electronic device
a device that accomplishes its purpose electronically
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