Rubber Duck

Definition

The standard short rubberized antenna found on most handheld two-way radios and ham radios. It's the default antenna that comes with the radio, but most serious operators swap it out for something with better range and performance.

Example Usage

If you want to reach further than a few miles, you'll definitely want to upgrade from that rubber duck antenna.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Rubber%20Duck&defid=15515968)

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