crystal set (redirected from Crystal radio)

crystal set

n.

An early radio receiver using a crystal detector.

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crystal set

n

(Electronics) an early form of radio receiver having a crystal detector to demodulate the radio signals but no amplifier, therefore requiring earphones

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crystal set - an early radio receiver using a crystal detector radio receiver, radio set, receiving set, tuner, radio, wireless - an electronic receiver that detects and demodulates and amplifies transmitted signals