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microphonic

[ mahy-kruh-fon-ik ]
/ ˌmaɪ krəˈfɒn ɪk /
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adjective
of, relating to, or in the nature of a microphone.
Electronics. tending to or capable of exhibiting microphonism.
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Origin of microphonic

First recorded in 1840–50; microphone + -ic
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British Dictionary definitions for microphonic

microphonic
/ (ˌmaɪkrəˈfɒnɪk) /

adjective
of or relating to microphones
(of valves or other electronic components) unusually sensitive to incident sound or mechanical shock
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