isochronous
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of isochronous
From the New Latin word isochronus, dating back to 1700–10. See isochronal, -ous
Example Sentences
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Several studies show that humans are attracted in particular to isochronous patterns, which is a rhythm where all the intervals between events are equal like a metronome.
From Science Magazine ● Jan. 16, 2024
The first is isochronous, in which intervals between notes are equidistant.
From New York Times ● Jun. 6, 2023
Pied butcherbirds “seem to prefer some song rhythms over others,” such as isochronous rhythm, Mr. Xing said.
From New York Times ● Jun. 6, 2023
In consequence of this fact the balance wheel of a watch is isochronous or nearly so, notwithstanding variations in the amplitude of its vibrations.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 5 "Clervaux" to "Cockade" by Various
Measurements of small intervals of time are performed by means of chronographs which in principle depend on the use of isochronous vibrating tuning-forks in place of pendulums.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 5 "Clervaux" to "Cockade" by Various
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