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navarho

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nav·​a·​rho | \ ˈnavəˌrō \
plural -s

Definition of navarho

: a long-range omnidirectional radio navigation system presenting position information in the simplified form of an azimuth reading and a distance reading on two dials in the cockpit

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History and Etymology for navarho

navigation + aid + rho (ρ), a symbol for distance in navigation

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“Navarho.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/navarho. Accessed 25 Feb. 2021.

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