akoasm
|a-ko-asm|
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/əˈkoʊæzəm/
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/əˈkəʊæzəm/
phantom sound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'akoasm' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akoasma,' where 'akouein' meant 'to hear.'
Historical Evolution
'akoasma' transformed into the English word 'akoasm' through medical terminology usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a sound heard without an external source,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a non-verbal auditory hallucination, such as a ringing or buzzing sound.
The patient reported experiencing an akoasm, describing it as a persistent buzzing noise.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/10 21:36