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sonics

American

[son-iks] / ˈsɒn ɪks /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

the branch of science that deals with the practical applications of sound.

sonics British

/ ˈsɒnɪks /

noun

(functioning as singular) physics the study of mechanical vibrations in matter

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Etymology

Origin of sonics

1955; see sonic, + -ics

Example Sentences

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And while the sonics on the original versions of these songs were recorded crudely, this album is still quite modest in its presentation, and was recorded by Mr. Amos in his apartment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025

The production and sonics on his solo albums evolved gently with the times.

From Salon • Jul. 26, 2025

It wasn’t until “brat,” her fifth studio album, that her poignant lyricism and experimental sonics began to click with the general population.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2025

“And we’ve thrown in a few left curve surprises like sections on hip-hop sonics and car speakers, and on the connections between hip-hop and partner genres like R&B.”

From Seattle Times • Sep. 7, 2023

For instance, all research in sonics has been arbitrarily stopped.

From Hunter Patrol by Piper, H. Beam

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