Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shock-wave
Noun
/ˈʃɒk weɪv/
Definition
A shock wave is a type of disturbance that moves through a medium, often caused by an object traveling faster than the speed of sound.
Examples
- The explosion generated a powerful shock wave that could be felt miles away.
- When the airplane broke the sound barrier, it created a sonic shock wave.
- Doctors use shock wave therapy to treat certain medical conditions.
Meaning
Shock waves are created when energy is released rapidly, resulting in a sudden pressure change that propagates through the medium.
Synonyms
- Pressure wave
- Sonic wave
- Impulse wave
