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acoustician

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/əˌkuːˈstɪʃən/

sound expert

Etymology
Etymology Information

'acoustician' originates from the Greek word 'akoustikos,' where 'akouein' meant 'to hear.'

Historical Evolution

'akoustikos' transformed into the French word 'acoustique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'acoustician.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'related to hearing,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a specialist in acoustics.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a specialist in the science of acoustics.

The acoustician was consulted to improve the sound quality of the concert hall.

Synonyms

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