Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hypersonic-speed

Adjective

/ˌhaɪpərˈsɒnɪk spiːd/

Definition

Hypersonic speed refers to speeds that are five times greater than the speed of sound or Mach 5 and above.

Examples

The hypersonic-speed aircraft was able to travel from New York to Tokyo in just under two hours.
Researchers are developing hypersonic-speed missiles that could reach targets within minutes.
The concept of hypersonic-speed travel has the potential to revolutionize global transportation.

Meaning

Hypersonic speed is not just fast; it signifies a specific range of velocity used mainly in aerospace and military applications, where the environment and dynamics act differently than at subsonic or supersonic speeds.