monaural
|mo-nau-ral|
B2
/mɒˈnɔːrəl/
single ear
Etymology
Etymology Information
'monaural' originates from the combination of 'mono-' meaning 'one' and 'aural' relating to the ear.
Historical Evolution
The term 'monaural' was formed in the 20th century to describe audio systems that use a single channel.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to one ear,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or involving one ear.
The monaural recording was played through a single speaker.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42