supersonic

supersonic definition - medical

su·per·son·ic (so͞oˌpər-sŏnˈĭk)

adjective
  1. Having, caused by, or relating to a speed greater than the speed of sound in a given medium, especially air.
  2. Of or relating to sound waves beyond human audibility.

Related Forms:

  • suˌper·sonˈi·cal·ly adverb

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