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antenna

Definition

  • noun: a thin sensitive organ on the head of an insect, crab, etc., that is used mainly to feel and touch things
  • noun: one of a pair of slender movable segmented sensory organs on the head of insects, myriapods, and crustaceans
  • sometimes used figuratively
  • synonyms: feeler, aerial

Examples

  • a Senator with sensitive political 'antennae' [=a Senator who is very aware of political issues and attitudes]

  • a TV 'antenna' [=('chiefly Brit') 'aerial']

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Quicker than quick. I am lightning! Hey, Lightning! You ready? Oh, yeah. Lightning's ready Ka-chow! Get your antenna balls here! Go, Lightnin'! - Whoo! - You got that right, slick. Uh! - Welcome back to the Dinoco . (..)
    2006 Cars