Definition of soundproof
:impervious to sound
What's Trending Now
More Trending Words
Explore M-W
Recent Examples of soundproof from the Web
-
The walls are soundproof, and at least one is adorned by a massive psychedelic mural of Monarch butterflies flying off into a polygonal mountain pass.
-
From the soundproof classroom walls to the high ceilings and wide hallways, the lower school was constructed to provide a warm, welcoming environment.
These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'soundproof.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
First Known Use of soundproof
circa 1878
Definition of soundproof
transitive verb
:to insulate so as to obstruct the passage of sound
Recent Examples of soundproof from the Web
-
Some of refinements include more — much more — soundproofing materials, a 15-percent stiffer chassis and a suspension recalibrated for a more compliant ride with less road noise transferred to the cabin.
-
A kitchenette, a bathroom and an office/bedroom lie within the 1,334-square-foot recording studio, which has been soundproofed.
-
The biggest challenge in creating the spacious restaurant, with 40 places in the bar and a dining room seating another 100, was soundproofing well enough to prevent noise from interfering with the theater downstairs, Mr. Borodin said.
-
Up to 50 patrons will be allowed to eat and drink on the patio area, which will be renovated, roofed-over and soundproofed.
-
The blaze began when pyrotechnics for the band Great White ignited flammable foam installed to serve as soundproofing inside the facility.
-
In 1995, the airport began working with Steele Creek Presbyterian and four other nearby churches to soundproof their sanctuaries, allowing planes to run full throttle off the west runway.
These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'soundproof.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
First Known Use of soundproof
1919
SOUNDPROOF Defined for English Language Learners
soundproof
play
adjective
Definition of soundproof for English Language Learners
-
: not allowing sound to enter or leave
soundproof
verb
Definition of soundproof for English Language Learners
-
: to make (something) soundproof
SOUNDPROOF Defined for Kids
soundproof
play
adjective
sound·proof
\
ˈsau̇nd-ˈprüf
\
Definition of soundproof for Students
:capable of keeping sound from entering or escaping
Learn More about soundproof
-
See words that rhyme with soundproof Spanish Central: Translation of soundproof Nglish: Translation of soundproof for Spanish speakers
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up soundproof? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!