Meaning & use
VHF
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Very High Frequency, the radio frequency band from 30 to 300 megahertz, used for FM radio, television broadcasting, and marine and aviation communication.
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Sailors use a VHF radio to communicate with the coast guard and nearby vessels.
Older television sets tuned in channels on the VHF band before digital broadcasting took over.
A note on using this word
An initialism standing for 'Very High Frequency,' distinct from UHF (Ultra High Frequency), which covers a higher range.
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