: an image produced by ultrasound

Examples of sonogram in a Sentence

The sonogram showed that the fetus was developing normally.
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At her first sonogram while pregnant with her son, Sallie Bennett said technicians thought there was a problem with her amniotic sac, but later pivoted to an issue with the fetus’ left hand. Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 20 July 2026 In one post, the two smiled together on the beach as Zacek held up a series of sonogram images. Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sonogram

Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sonogram was in 1950

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“Sonogram.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sonogram. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

Medical Definition

: an image produced by ultrasound

called also echogram, ultrasonogram

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