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   How many meanings does the adjective sound have?

   • There are 30 meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective sound, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. OED is undergoing a continuous programme of revision to modernize and improve definitions. This entry has not yet been fully revised. How common is the adjective sound?

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   What does sound mean in physics?

   • the sensation produced by stimulation of the organs of hearing by vibrations transmitted through the air or other medium. mechanical vibrations transmitted through an elastic medium, traveling in air at a speed of approximately 1,087 feet (331 meters) per second at sea level. the sound of music. all kinds of sounds. the sounds from the next room.

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   What is the difference between sound and noise?

   • Sound and noise are often used interchangeably for anything perceived by means of hearing. Sound, however, is more general in application, being used for anything within earshot: the sound of running water. Noise, caused by irregular vibrations, is more properly applied to a loud, discordant, or unpleasant sound: the noise of shouting.

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   What is the difference between sound and tone?

   • Sound, however, is more general in application, being used for anything within earshot: the sound of running water. Noise, caused by irregular vibrations, is more properly applied to a loud, discordant, or unpleasant sound: the noise of shouting. Tone is applied to a musical sound having a certain quality, resonance, and pitch.

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   The meaning of SOUND is a particular auditory impression : tone. How to use sound in a sentence. Did you know? Synonym Discussion of Sound.

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   Definition of sound adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   SOUND definition: 1. something that you can hear or that can be heard: 2. the activity of recording and broadcasting…. Learn more.

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   Sound definition: the sensation produced by stimulation of the organs of hearing by vibrations transmitted through the air or other medium.. See examples of SOUND used in a sentence.

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   A sound is a noise, something you can hear if you're in the right spot and it's loud enough. A doorbell, a fire alarm, a cat's meow, or your brother's snoring — they’re all sounds.

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   SOUND meaning: 1 : something that is heard; 2 : the speech, music, etc., that is heard as part of a broadcast, film, or recording

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   What does the adjective sound mean? There are 30 meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective sound, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. sound has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.