ultrasonics — the study or application of sound waves with frequencies above the range of human hearing, typically used in medical imaging and industrial applications
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the study or application of sound waves with frequencies above the range of human hearing, typically used in medical imaging and industrial applications
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌltrəˈsɑːnɪks/
Example Sentences
- The ultrasonics revealed that the couple was expecting twins!
- Modern ultrasonics can detect tiny cracks in airplane wings.
- My cat runs away whenever the vet brings out the ultrasonics machine.
ultrasonics
NOUN[/ˌʌltrəˈsɑːnɪks/]
the study or application of sound waves with frequencies above the range of human hearing, typically used in medical imaging and industrial applications
The doctor used ultrasonics to examine the baby safely inside the mother's womb.
Ultrasonics uses ultra-high sound waves to create images inside the body.
Ultrasonics, electronics, and robotics worked together during the delicate surgery.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The term combines Latin 'ultra' (beyond) with 'sonic' (relating to sound), derived from Latin 'sonus' (sound). It emerged in the early 20th century to describe sound waves with frequencies beyond the range of human hearing.
Breakdown
ultra- (beyond) + sonic (from Latin sonus, sound) + -s (plural suffix). The word literally means 'beyond sound' or 'frequencies exceeding audible range.'
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📝Examples
“The ultrasonics revealed that the couple was expecting twins!”
“Modern ultrasonics can detect tiny cracks in airplane wings.”
“My cat runs away whenever the vet brings out the ultrasonics machine.”
“Ultrasonics technology has revolutionized prenatal care.”
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