Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mach
Noun
/mɑːk/
Definition
Mach refers to the ratio of the speed of an object to the speed of sound in its surrounding medium.
Examples
- The fighter jet flew at Mach 2, which is twice the speed of sound.
- Understanding Mach number is crucial for engineers designing high-speed aircraft.
Meaning
The term is often used in the context of aerodynamics and aviation to describe how fast an object is moving relative to sound waves.
Synonyms
- speed ratio
- supersonic speed
