Definition

A navigation system that helps ships or aircraft find their exact location by using radar signals sent to and from known ground stations.

Example

The pilot used the shoran system to accurately navigate through the fog.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new shoran system they installed at the airport?

Yeah, I read it improves navigation accuracy significantly.

Exactly! It can really help pilots avoid mistakes in bad weather.

That sounds amazing! I'm sure it will make flying much safer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English, meaning a type of shrub or bush, often used in the context of underbrush or thicket.

Memory Tip

Think of a dense area of shrubs or bushes when you hear 'shoran', as it refers to a type of underbrush.

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