sound wave
noun
a longitudinal wave in an elastic medium, especially a wave producing an audible sensation.
sound waves
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pluralof sound wave.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Some didgeridoo instrumentalists believe its low-frequency sound waves can foster a state of health and harmony for those in the Aboriginal community.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
A pioneering procedure using high-powered sound waves has the potential to treat identical twins affected by a serious but rare condition during early pregnancy, a study has found.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
Equipment mounted below the waterline of a boat emits a fan‑shaped beam of sound waves ahead of the craft.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
A giant atom, on the other hand, connects to light or sound waves at several separate points in space.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 13, 2026
How does this change the sound waves that the string makes?
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
