Noun
a concave reflector used to produce a parallel beam when the source is placed at its focus or to focus an incoming parallel beam
Source: WordNetThe signals are received via an outdoor parabolic reflector antenna usually referred to as a satellite dish and a low-noise block downconverter (LNB). Source: Internet
One potential method involves placing the hole at the focal point of a parabolic reflector attached to the ship, creating forward thrust. Source: Internet
The laser shines on a parabolic reflector on the underside of the vehicle that concentrates the light to produce a region of extremely high temperature. Source: Internet
The light had a parabolic reflector. Source: Internet
When used with a parabolic reflector or lens antenna, the phase center of the horn is usually placed at the focal point of the reflector, with the 3 dB points of the horn's radiation pattern set to be at the edge of the reflector. Source: Internet