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Decibels

Description:

Decibels is a unit of measurement used to express the intensity or loudness of sounds. It is commonly used in physics, engineering, and audio technology to quantify the level of sound waves or the amplification of audio signals.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

Sense 1:

In physics, decibels are used to measure the intensity of sounds, ranging from the faintest to the loudest. It is a logarithmic scale based on the ratio of sound pressure to a reference level.

Example sentence: The volume of the concert reached 120 decibels, causing many audience members to use ear protection.

Sense 2:

In audio technology, decibels are used to indicate the gain level or amplification of audio signals. It helps determine the level of amplification or attenuation to achieve desired sound quality.

Example sentence: Adjusting the decibels on the equalizer can enhance the bass frequencies of the music.

Adjective:

The adjective form of decibels describes something relating to the unit of measurement or involving sound intensity.

Example sentence: The decibel level meter provided accurate readings of the environmental noise pollution.

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