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low frequency

n. Abbr. LF

A radio frequency in the range from 30 to 300 kilohertz.

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low frequency

1. (Telecommunications) a radio-frequency band or a frequency lying between 300 and 30 kilohertz. : low-frequency

2. (Telecommunications) of or relating to such bands or frequencies

Abbreviation: LF

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low′ fre′quency

a radio frequency between 30 and 300 kilohertz. Abbr.: LF

[1895–1900]

low′-fre′quen•cy, adj.

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Noun	1.	low frequency - 30 to 300 kilohertz LF radio frequency - an electromagnetic wave frequency between audio and infrared electromagnetic spectrum - the entire frequency range of electromagnetic waves
	2.	low frequency - a pitch that is perceived as below other pitches low pitch pitch - the property of sound that varies with variation in the frequency of vibration deepness - a low pitch that is loud and voluminous

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