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ASDIC.

Sonar.

5 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈæzdɪk/
  1. Sonar.

    historical · uncountable
Where this word comes from

Former codename during development, from ASD (Anti-Submarine Division). Sometimes erroneously explained as "Allied Submarine Detection Investigation Committee".

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