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sound barrier

 

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Noun sound barrier has 1 sense
  1. sonic barrier, sound barrier - the increase in aerodynamic drag as an airplane approaches the speed of sound
    --1 is a kind of drag, retarding force

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  1. Noun: Sound Barrier
  2. Definition: The theoretical point at which an object's speed exceeds the speed of sound, resulting in a loud sonic boom.

    Sample Sentence: The fighter jet broke the sound barrier, creating a powerful sonic boom that could be heard for miles.

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  3. Noun: Sound Barrier
  4. Definition: A physical structure designed to block or reduce sound waves, often used to minimize noise pollution.

    Sample Sentence: The tall concrete wall acted as a sound barrier, shielding the residential area from the noise of the nearby highway.

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  5. Noun: Sound Barrier
  6. Definition: The maximum sound level that can be produced without causing damage to the human ear.

    Sample Sentence: It is essential to keep the volume below the sound barrier to protect our hearing during concerts.

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  7. Adjective: Sound Barrier
  8. Definition: Relating to or being an exceptionally good or impressive level of performance.

    Sample Sentence: The athlete's performance in the race was sound barrier, breaking the previous world record.

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  9. Adjective: Sound Barrier
  10. Definition: Of or relating to a specific region or community.

    Sample Sentence: The event was a sound barrier affair, celebrating the local culture with traditional music and food.

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