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waveform

n.
C1 Advanced US //ˈweɪvˌfɔɹm// UK //wˈeɪvfɔːm// wave·form

n. the shape of a sound or signal when you look at it on a screen. It shows how the sound changes over time, like a wave.

n. the shape of a wave representing a sound or other signal, typically displayed on an oscilloscope or similar device. Refers to the graphical representation of amplitude over time.


SIMPLE

The engineer adjusted the waveform to reduce the noise.

CONTEXTUAL

By analyzing the waveform of the electrical signal, the technician identified the source of the interference.

COMPLEX

The software allows users to manipulate the waveform directly, enabling precise editing of individual peaks and valleys within the audio track.

Origin

From wave + form.

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