Meaning of the word ultrasound in English

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ultrasound

US /ˈʌl.trə.saʊnd/

UK /ˈʌl.trə.saʊnd/

sound or other vibrations having an ultrasonic frequency, particularly as used in medical imaging.

Example:

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The doctor performed an ultrasound to check the baby's development.

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The machine uses ultrasound waves to create images of internal organs.

Synonym:

sonogram echogram

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