acoustician

noun

ac·​ous·​ti·​cian ˌa-ˌkü-ˈsti-shən How to pronounce acoustician (audio)
ə-ˌkü-
: a specialist in acoustics

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These technologies help acousticians gather datasets that are used to study marine life, track human impacts on the ocean, and understand long-term environmental changes. Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 12 Feb. 2026 This requires architects and acousticians deeply schooled in theaters, and each has its own acoustical needs. Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026 The theater, located in the cellar, was designed by the architect and acoustician John Storyk, who’s built out studios for the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Jay-Z, and Alicia Keys. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2025 The house also has a saltwater pool and a soundproof music room designed by acousticians and studio designers, per the listing, featured on Zillow Gone Wild. Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 8 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for acoustician

Word History

Etymology

acoust(ic) + -ician

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of acoustician was in 1826

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“Acoustician.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acoustician. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.

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