very low frequency
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of very low frequency
First recorded in 1940–45
Example Sentences
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These signals appear as very low frequency transients i.e. impulse like transition or settling signals recorded in horizontal ground motion, including both acceleration and tilt.
From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2026
"When the whales push air from their lungs past this cushion, it starts to vibrate and this generates very low frequency underwater sounds."
From Salon • Feb. 23, 2024
The mammals' signature, very low frequency song could be heard primarily during March and April.
From BBC • Nov. 22, 2023
Now, researchers say the bird may hitch a ride by listening for very low frequency sounds humans can’t hear—one of only a few species known to do so.
From Science Magazine • Oct. 11, 2023
For this reason very large arcs would not emit any rhythmical sound even with a very low frequency.
From The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla With special reference to his work in polyphase currents and high potential lighting by Martin, Thomas Commerford
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