omnidirectional /ɒmˈnɪdɪˈɹɛk.ʃə.nəl/ adjective3 •In every direction, especially of a radio system capable of transmitting or receiving signals in all directions, or of a microphone capable of detecting sound from all directions.An omnidirectional radio beacon. •Having a ring-shaped radiation pattern, with equal radiation in all azimuthal directions.The radiation pattern of an omnidirectional antenna looks like a doughnut, with the antenna in the center of the doughnut, as depicted in Figure 17.1. — 2004 •(rare) Of such an attack or effect: that encompasses all directions.Any defense posture that he may have that would be common for any ballistic missile would not suffice for a low-altitude omnidirectional high-speed nuclear ramjet missile. — 1962