# omnidirectional

> English word · Adjective · IPA /ɒmˈnɪdɪˈɹɛk.ʃə.nəl/ · frequency rank #72,611

## Definitions
1. In every direction, especially of a radio system capable of transmitting or receiving signals in all directions, or of a microphone capable of detecting sound from all directions.
2. Having a ring-shaped radiation pattern, with equal radiation in all azimuthal directions.
3. Of such an attack or effect that encompasses all directions.

## Etymology
From omni- + directional.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/omnidirectional