stereo

1 of 2

noun

ste·​reo ˈster-ē-ˌō 

ˈstir-

plural stereos

1

: stereotype

2

[by shortening]

a

: stereophonic reproduction

b

: a stereophonic sound system

stereo

2 of 2

adjective

1

a

: stereoscopic

b

: produced by or as if by means of a stereotype

2

: stereophonic

Examples of stereo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

In addition to studio use, the SSL 1 can also work with live performance applications by providing a high‑quality conversion and stereo output for use at a festival using software such as Ableton Live or in the DJ booth at a club. —Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026

One cool feature is the ability to pair it with a second Stormbox Mini+ for true spatial stereo sound. —K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026

Adjective

Sometimes, stereo equipment goes unnoticed as merchandise gets piled on top, so keep your eyes peeled for a true gem. —Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 5 June 2026

The BlueME system features a highly efficient hardware profile, drawing a maximum of just 10 watts of power — less than a standard stereo camera system. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

circa 1823, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1876, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for stereo

• acknow
• aglow
• ago
• airglow
• aloe
• altho
• although
• ammo
• backflow
• backhoe
• banjo
• barbeau

Kids Definition

stereo

1 of 2 noun

ste·​reo ˈster-ē-ˌō 

ˈstir-

1

: stereophonic reproduction

2

: a stereophonic sound system

stereo

2 of 2 adjective

1

: of or relating to the seeing of objects in three dimensions

2

: stereophonic