downlink
down·link
downlink · downlinks
The transmission of a signal from a satellite to a receiving station on earthThe transmission of a signal from a satellite to a receiving station on earth; or the means of this transmission.
/ˈdaʊnlɪŋk/
Meaning
2 sensesThe transmission of a signal from a satellite to a receiving station on earth; or the means of this transmission.
The transmission of data from a network, usually wireless, to the user.
Origin
From down- + link.From down- + link.
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