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acoustoelectric

American  
[uh-koo-stoh-i-lek-trik] / əˌku stoʊ ɪˈlɛk trɪk /

adjective

  1. electroacoustic.


Etymology

Origin of acoustoelectric

First recorded in 1965–70; acoustic + -o- + electric

Example Sentences

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Years ago, he developed a manufactured-home community in Eugene where incoming residents could choose electric or gas heating — the vast majority chose gas, he said.

From Washington Post • Apr. 21, 2023

Supporters say the proposal would allow the District to catch up with the demand for EVs as more residents and visitors choose electric over gas-powered vehicles.

From Washington Post • Jan. 31, 2023

A government factsheet says this would only be used as a "last resort" and that those who don't want hydrogen should choose electric heating instead.

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2022

Tesla shares have fallen more than 40 percent from their peak in November, even as more and more buyers choose electric cars because of their superior energy efficiency.

From New York Times • Jul. 2, 2022

“People can already choose electric appliances if they want,” said Frank Maisano, a Washington policy and public relations expert who represents gas and appliance interests.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 27, 2022

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