Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dead-air-space

noun
/ˈdɛd ˈɛr speɪs/
Definition
The area within a radio transmitter or a loudspeaker system where sound or radio waves are not effectively propagated, leading to a gap or ‘dead’ area.
Examples
  • The concert had a lot of dead-air-space, making it difficult for the audience to hear the performance clearly.
  • Engineers worked to minimize dead-air-space in the new speaker design to improve sound quality.
Meaning
Dead-air-space refers to the segments of sound waves that do not reach the audience or listener effectively due to various reasons such as design, placement, or environmental factors.
Synonyms
  • silent zone
  • sound void
  • acoustic dead zone