baken

Definitions of baken
  1. noun
    a radio station that broadcasts a directional signal for navigational purposes
    synonyms: consolbaken, koersbaken, radiobaken, vuurtoren
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    type of:
    radiostation, radiozender
    station for the production and transmission of AM or FM radio broadcasts
  2. noun
    a fire (usually on a hill or tower) that can be seen from a distance
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    types:
    seinlicht
    a fire set as a signal
  3. noun
    a characteristic signal emitted by a transmitter used for navigation
    synonyms: consolbaken, koersbaken, radiobaken
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    type of:
    sein, seinlicht, signaal, taalteken, teken
    any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message
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