high frequency

noun

: a radio frequency between very high frequency and medium frequency see Radio Frequencies Table

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First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of high frequency was in 1892

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“High frequency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20frequency. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

high frequency

noun
: a radio frequency in the range between 3 and 30 megahertz
abbreviation HF
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