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ultrasonic

/ˌʌltrəˈsɒnɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does ultrasonic mean?

adjective

Having a frequency higher than the upper audible limit of human hearing; exceeding 20,000 hertz.

Example

"The ultrasonic cleaner used high-frequency sound waves to remove dirt from the delicate surfaces."

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