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Mach

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Mach (name) means a surname of Austrian physicist Ernst Mach, after whom the unit of speed relative to the speed of sound is named. Example: “Ernst Mach studied shock waves and the physics of sound.”

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A surname of Austrian physicist Ernst Mach, after whom the unit of speed relative to the speed of sound is named.

"Ernst Mach studied shock waves and the physics of sound."

A unit of speed equal to the speed of sound in a given medium, used especially of aircraft.

"The jet broke the sound barrier, flying at Mach 2."

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Etymology

Named after Austrian physicist and philosopher Ernst Mach (1838-1916).

· First attested 1838

Class of 1838 Mach joined the language around 1838.

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Rhymes for Mach

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Mach” mean?

The word “Mach” means a surname of Austrian physicist Ernst Mach, after whom the unit of speed relative to the speed of sound is named.

How do you pronounce “Mach”?

“Mach” is pronounced mahk (/mɑːk/ in IPA).

How do you use “Mach” in a sentence?

Here is “Mach” used in a sentence: “Ernst Mach studied shock waves and the physics of sound.”

What part of speech is “Mach”?

Depending on how it is used, “Mach” can be a name and a noun.

Where does the word “Mach” come from?

The word “Mach” dates back to around 1838. Named after Austrian physicist and philosopher Ernst Mach (1838-1916).

Is “Mach” a common word?

“Mach” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Mach” have?

“Mach” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname of Austrian physicist Ernst Mach, after whom the unit of speed relative to the speed of sound is named.