noun
- the medium through which radio and television signals are transmitted; the frequency spectrum used for broadcasting
Usage: usually used in plural form (airwaves); common in broadcasting and media contexts
Examples
- The new radio station will hit the airwaves next month.
- During the election, candidates competed for airtime on the airwaves.
- The emergency alert system uses the airwaves to warn the public.
- Podcasters have found a way to reach audiences without traditional airwaves.
- The concert was broadcast over the airwaves to millions of listeners.
- Advertisers pay premium rates to get their messages on the airwaves during prime time.