Definitions for: Saucer


[n] a disk used in throwing competitions
[n] directional antenna consisting of a parabolic reflector for microwave or radio frequency radiation
[n] a small shallow dish for holding a cup at the table
[n] something with a round shape like a flat circular plate



Webster (1913) Definition: Sau"cer, n. [F. sauci[`e]re, from sauce. See Sauce.]
1. A small pan or vessel in which sauce was set on a table.
[Obs.] --Bacon.

2. A small dish, commonly deeper than a plate, in which a cup
is set at table.

3. Something resembling a saucer in shape. Specifically:
(a) A flat, shallow caisson for raising sunken ships.
(b) A shallow socket for the pivot of a capstan.

Synonyms: disc, discus, dish, dish aerial, dish antenna, disk

See Also: directional antenna, disc, disk, dot, intervertebral disc, intervertebral disk, microwave radar, point, radar, radio detection and ranging, radio reflector, radio telescope, radiolocation, round shape, scanner, sporting goods, sports equipment

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