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Sounds
/saʊndz/
A sensation perceived by the ear caused by the vibration of air or some other medium.
📖 Definitions of "Sounds"
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A sensation perceived by the ear caused by the vibration of air or some other medium.
"He turned when he heard the sound of footsteps behind him. Nobody made a sound."
- 2
A vibration capable of causing such sensations.
- 3
A distinctive style and sonority of a particular musician, orchestra etc
- 4
Noise without meaning; empty noise.
- 1
To produce a sound.
"When the horn sounds, take cover."
- 2
To convey an impression by one's sound.
"He sounded good when we last spoke."
- 3
To be conveyed in sound; to be spread or published; to convey intelligence by sound.
- 4
To resound.
- 1
A long narrow inlet, or a strait between the mainland and an island; also, a strait connecting two seas, or connecting a sea or lake with the ocean.
"Puget Sound; Owen Sound"
- 2
The air bladder of a fish.
"Cod sounds are an esteemed article of food."
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A cuttlefish.
- 1
A long, thin probe for sounding body cavities or canals such as the urethra.
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