sound system
Britishnoun
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any system of sounds, as in the speech of a language
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integrated equipment for producing amplified sound, as in a hi-fi or a mobile disco, or as a public-address system on stage
Example Sentences
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Every exercise machine in the gym had a slot to connect your iPod directly to a personalized sound system.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026
That was the song that would blast over the Yankee Stadium sound system whenever Mariano Rivera emerged from the bullpen to put his opponents to sleep.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
The new sound system and eager performances made the prairie feel close.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2026
The London-born DJ kicked off his career with the Madhatter sound system, putting on warehouse parties.
From BBC ● Jun. 26, 2026
Before they made it off the dance floor, the room filled with a thundering beat that threatened to blow the rickety old sound system to pieces.
From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older
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