sound wave
noun
2
sound waves plural
: longitudinal pressure waves in any material medium regardless of whether they constitute audible sound
earthquake waves and ultrasonic waves are sometimes called sound waves
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Ultrasound Therapy Ultrasound therapy, such as Ultherapy, stimulates collagen production deep within the skin using sound waves.
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Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2025
Smart alarms will be able to analyze sound waves to detect signs of distress, such as splashing or yelling, and differentiate them from everyday pool activity.
—Joe Trusty, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
This technology uses tiny microphones on the inside and outside of the ear cups to create sound waves in frequencies that cancel out the background noise around you.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
During this time, the device sends sound waves through your skin.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 15 Mar. 2025
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Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2025
Smart alarms will be able to analyze sound waves to detect signs of distress, such as splashing or yelling, and differentiate them from everyday pool activity.
—Joe Trusty, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
This technology uses tiny microphones on the inside and outside of the ear cups to create sound waves in frequencies that cancel out the background noise around you.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
During this time, the device sends sound waves through your skin.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 15 Mar. 2025
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“Sound wave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sound%20wave. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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