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undulation

Undulation (noun) means an instance or act of undulating.

noun
1
An instance or act of undulating.
2
A wavy appearance or outline; waviness.
3
A tremulous tone produced by a peculiar pressure of the finger on a string.
4
A wavelike curve; a smooth and regular rise and fall.
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Etymology

From undulate + -ion, or borrowed from Medieval Latin undulātiō; compare French ondulation.

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What is the meaning of undulation?

"undulation" (noun) means an instance or act of undulating.

What are the different meanings of undulation?

"undulation" has 3 main meanings: 1. An instance or act of undulating; 2. A wavy appearance or outline; waviness; 3. A tremulous tone produced by a peculiar pressure of the finger on a string.

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