English · Science & Technology
sound
/saʊnd/
[/saʊnd/]
vibrations we hear
Beginnernoun
Definition
Vibrations that travel through air or another medium and can be heard by the ear.
Example
The sound of the waves crashing against the rocks helped her relax and fall asleep.
The sound of the waves crashing against the rocks helped her relax and fall asleep.
Etymology
From Latin 'sonus' (a sound), via Old French 'son'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in physics, music, and everyday speech; also an adjective meaning healthy.