Lidar Definition & Meaning

lidar
noun
  1. a measuring system that detects and locates objects on the same principle as radar but uses light from a laser; a potential technology for detecting air turbulence that can affect aircraft

"Lidar" in song lyrics

See how lidar is used in real songs:

  • "elastic lidar"
    AOL — AOL
  • "remote sensing lidar"
    AOL — AOL
  • "elastic raman remote sensing lidar"
    AOL — AOL

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