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Sound Field

/saʊnd fiːld/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A region or area in which sound waves propagate and can be detected.

    "The sound field in the concert hall was designed to enhance the acoustics."
  2. 2

    The spatial distribution of sound energy in a given environment.

    "The researchers studied the sound field created by the speakers in the auditorium."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'sound' originates from Old English 'sund', which means 'to be healthy' or 'to be whole'. 'Field' comes from Old English 'feld', meaning 'open land'. The combination reflects the concept of an area where sound is present and can be perceived.

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