ultrasound — Sound waves with frequencies higher than the upper audible limit of human hearing
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: Sound waves with frequencies higher than the upper audible limit of human hearing
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈʌltrəsaʊnd/
Example Sentences
- My pregnant wife got so excited about the ultrasound that she bought baby clothes before knowing the gender!
- The ultrasound revealed that our 'single baby' was actually twins - double trouble incoming!
- Modern ultrasound technology allows doctors to detect heart problems early.
ultrasound
NOUN[/ˈʌltrəsaʊnd/]
Sound waves with frequencies higher than the upper audible limit of human hearing
Medical ultrasound reveals hidden baby
Ultrasound waves surround, revealing life profound.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Ultrasound combines Latin 'ultra' (beyond, exceeding) and English 'sound' (acoustic vibrations). The term emerged in the early 20th century to describe sound waves with frequencies beyond the threshold of human hearing, typically above 20 kHz.
Breakdown
ultra- (Latin: beyond, exceeding) + sound (Old English: vibrations perceived by the ear). The prefix ultra- denotes frequencies surpassing the upper limit of human auditory perception.
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📝Examples
“My pregnant wife got so excited about the ultrasound that she bought baby clothes before knowing the gender!”
“The ultrasound revealed that our 'single baby' was actually twins - double trouble incoming!”
“Modern ultrasound technology allows doctors to detect heart problems early.”
“The ultrasound technician joked that the baby was already posing for the camera.”
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