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harmonic

/hɑːˈmɒnɪk/

/hɑrˈmɑnɪk/

harmonicnoun

harmonics

/hɑːˈmɒnɪk/

/hɑrˈmɑnɪk/

Used in acoustics, music, physics and mathematics to denote an overtone or sinusoidal component.

Definitions

An overtone whose frequency is an integral multiple of a fundamental tone.

The violinist adjusted her bowing to emphasize the third harmonic.

A sinusoidal component of a periodic function, especially in mathematical or physical analyses.

The engineer decomposed the signal into its constituent harmonics.

The branch of acoustics or physics that studies the properties and behavior of harmonics and overtones.

Harmonics is a crucial area of study for anyone working in audio engineering.

Synonyms

upper tone

upper partial

harmonic partial

harmonicadjective

more harmonic

Comp.

most harmonic

Super.

/hɑːˈmɒnɪk/

/hɑrˈmɑnɪk/

Translations

The painting has a harmonic balance of colors.

Картина имеет гармоничное сочетание цветов.

The harmonic series is a fundamental concept in music theory.

Гармонический ряд является фундаментальной концепцией в теории музыки.

Definitions

Relating to or characterized by harmony, especially in music.

The harmonic structure of the symphony was both complex and beautiful.

Mathematically related to harmonics or the harmonic series.

The harmonic sequence in the equation was crucial for solving the problem.

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