anacoustic
|an-a-cous-tic|
C2
/ˌænəˈkuːstɪk/
soundless
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anacoustic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'anakoústos,' where 'an-' meant 'without' and 'akoústos' meant 'heard.'
Historical Evolution
'anakoústos' transformed into the modern English word 'anacoustic' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without sound,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or denoting a space or environment that is free from sound or is soundproof.
The anacoustic chamber was used for sound experiments.
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Last updated: 2025/07/26 08:21