repetidor
- A device that receives a signal and retransmits it at a higher level or higher power, or onto the other side of an obstruction, so that the signal can cover longer distances without degradation. nounThe wireless network was extended using a repetidor to ensure coverage throughout the building.In rural areas, a repetidor is often used to boost cellular signals.
- In some educational contexts, a student who repeats a year or course of study. nounAfter failing his exams, he became a repetidor and had to retake the entire year.The school has a special program to support repetidores and help them succeed.