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AIFF

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\ ˌā-ˌī-ˌef-ˈef How to pronounce AIFF (audio) \

Definition of AIFF

: an uncompressed lossless computer file format used for the storage of digital audio data Fortunately most studios have CD burners; the easiest and most portable solution is to create a CD-ROM of WAV or AIFF files.— Todd Souvignier, Loops and Grooves, 2003

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First Known Use of AIFF

1988, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for AIFF

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“AIFF.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/AIFF. Accessed 7 Jul. 2022.

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