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kymogram

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈkɪməˌɡræm/

KK: /ˈkɪməˌgræm/

noun
Definition

A type of graph that shows the movement or changes in a physical quantity over time, created by a device called a kymograph.


Example

The scientist analyzed the kymogram to understand the pressure changes in the experiment.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever seen a kymogram before?
Sloth B
No, I haven't. What is it exactly?
Sloth A
It's a graph created by a device called a kymograph, usually used in experiments.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! I’d love to learn more about how it works.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
graph
record
chart
Antonyms
blank
void
absence
Root Explanation

Kymogram → It is formed from "kyma" (from Greek κύμα, meaning wave) and "-gram" (from Greek γράμμα, meaning something written or recorded). The word "kymogram" refers to a recording or representation of waveforms, particularly in the context of sound or pressure waves.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wave' ('kyma') being 'recorded' ('-gram') — that's what a kymogram does, it captures the shape of waves.

Visually Confused Words
kromogram
myogram
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