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Vocabulary Entry
ultrasonic
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or denoting sound waves with a frequency above the audible range for humans.
Example Sentences
"The ultrasonic waves can be used for medical imaging."
"Ultrasonic cleaning devices are effective in removing dirt and grime."
"Certain animals, like bats, use ultrasonic sounds for navigation."
N
noun
Sound waves that have a frequency above the range of human hearing, typically above 20 kHz.
Example Sentences
"The ultrasonic emitted by the device was inaudible to human ears."
"Researchers studied the effects of ultrasonic on various materials."
"Ultrasonics is commonly used in industrial cleaning processes."