sound-tolerant
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/saʊnd ˈtɒlərənt/
endures noise
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'sound-tolerant' is a modern English compound word combining 'sound' from Old English 'sund' meaning 'noise' and 'tolerant' from Latin 'tolerare' meaning 'to endure'.
Historical Evolution
'Sound' from Old English 'sund' and 'tolerant' from Latin 'tolerare' combined in modern English to form 'sound-tolerant'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'sound' referred to any noise, and 'tolerant' meant 'enduring'. Together, they evolved to describe the ability to endure noise.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
able to withstand or endure sound without being disturbed or affected.
The sound-tolerant walls of the studio ensure no noise leaks out.
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Last updated: 2025/02/17 00:18