What is another word for dipole antenna?
Pronunciation: [dˈa͡ɪpə͡ʊl antˈɛnə] (IPA) 
Dipole antennas are one of the most common types of antennas and are used in a wide range of applications, including radio communications, radar, and TV broadcasting. These antennas are designed to operate by generating an electromagnetic field in response to an alternating current. The term "dipole" refers to the fact that the antenna has two poles or elements that are electrically connected and used to transmit and receive signals. There are several synonyms for the term dipole antenna, including half-wave antenna, resonant antenna, balanced antenna, and center-fed antenna. These terms are often used interchangeably and describe the same basic type of antenna that is widely used in modern communication systems.
