Meaning of the word deafening in English

What does deafening mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

deafening

US /ˈdef.ən.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈdef.ən.ɪŋ/
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Adjective

extremely loud, often to the point of causing temporary inability to hear

Example:
The roar of the jet engine was deafening.
The crowd erupted in deafening applause.