GPS
A satellite system providing positioning, navigation and timing.
Also known as
- Global Positioning System standard term
Terms and slang labels apply to this language. Usage may differ in other languages.
What it means
A receiver uses its signals to determine its position. Receiving GPS alone does not send your location to other people; sharing needs another connection.
Example in context
GPS knows my location even when live tracking is off.
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