ultrasound
3 synonyms for ultrasound, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Sound waves at a frequency too high for humans to hear.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use ultrasound
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
have an ultrasound
ultrasound scan
ultrasound machine
Etymology
From "ultra-" ("beyond") plus "sound".
Full origin of ultrasound →Frequently asked questions
What does “ultrasound” mean?
The word “ultrasound” means sound waves at a frequency too high for humans to hear. In plain terms, very high-pitched sound waves, or the medical scan that uses them to see inside the body.
How do you use “ultrasound” in a sentence?
Here is “ultrasound” used in a sentence: “Ultrasound is used in industrial testing to detect cracks in metal.”
What part of speech is “ultrasound”?
“Ultrasound” is a noun.
Is “ultrasound” a common word?
“Ultrasound” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ultrasound” have?
“Ultrasound” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: sound waves at a frequency too high for humans to hear.
