loudspeaker

noun

loud·​speak·​er ˈlau̇d-ˌspē-kər How to pronounce loudspeaker (audio)
: a device that changes electrical signals into sounds loud enough to be heard at a distance

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Electrostatic Advantage Most loudspeakers generate sound waves using dynamic drive units with a conical or dome-shaped diaphragm. Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025 While her teachers gave instructions for the morning’s activities, the overhead loudspeaker abruptly clicked on and off. Karla Perez, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2025 The broadcast crew also wired up loudspeakers outside the courthouse. Ron Grossman, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2025 The audio giant and the iconic recording studio have teamed up on a pair of exclusive loudspeakers based on B&W’s 801 D4 Signature. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for loudspeaker

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First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of loudspeaker was in 1920

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“Loudspeaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loudspeaker. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.

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loudspeaker

noun
loud·​speak·​er -ˈspē-kər How to pronounce loudspeaker (audio)
: a device that changes electrical signals into sound

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