high frequency

American  

noun

1. the range of frequencies in the radio spectrum between 3 and 30 megahertz.

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high frequency British  

noun

1.  HF.  a radio-frequency band or radio frequency lying between 3 and 30 megahertz

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Other Word Forms

• high-frequency adjective

Etymology

Origin of high frequency

First recorded in 1890–95

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How does high-frequency compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• high frequency vs. low frequency

Example Sentences

To confirm the source of the high frequency sound, researchers conducted excised larynx experiments.

From Science Daily • Feb. 25, 2026

“People, especially families, taking vacations at a high frequency, but shorter distance and shorter stay so they can save money but, meanwhile, enjoy the leisure and vacation opportunities.”

From Slate • Jul. 20, 2025

Noise-cancelling headphones do have their benefits, particularly for long-term ear health where their soundproofing feature can prevent high frequency and loud noise from reaching and damaging the ear - even while listening to music.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2025

Maintain your leverage, Clippers coach Tyronn Lue implored his players during the session; stop turning the ball over at such a high frequency.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 5, 2024

What fairies actually do is to vibrate at such a high frequency that they are never in one place long enough to be seen.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer