Definition

The study and use of sound waves that are at frequencies higher than what humans can hear, often used in various technologies and medical applications.

Example

Ultrasonics is widely used in medical imaging to create images of the inside of the body.

Conversation

Have you heard about the latest advancements in ultrasonics?

Yeah, I read that they're using it for medical imaging now.

That's so fascinating! I would love to learn more about how ultrasonics works.

Me too! It seems like a game changer in many fields.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ultrasonics → It is formed from "ultra-" (meaning beyond) and "sonus" (meaning sound). The word refers to sound waves that are beyond the range of human hearing, thus meaning beyond sound.

Memory Tip

Think of 'beyond' ('ultra-') when you hear sounds that are too high for us to hear ('sonus').

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