sone
sone
Definition
☆ sone (sōn)
noun
a unit of loudness, subjectively determined, equal to the loudness of a sound of one kilohertz at 40 decibels above the threshold of hearing of a given listener
Etymology: < L sonus, sound
sone
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- have: Oh yes, they had already sone a study of the matter.
Adjective modifier
- eldest: Her chief executor was Henry Smyth, her eldest sone surviving, mr. of Arts and student of Xt.
- first: This James the first left bot ane sone behind him; Pitsc.
Modifies a noun
- cummyn: Towart the king than gan thai ga 155 And till him weill sone cummyn ar.
- ar: Towart the king than gan thai ga 155 And till him weill sone cummyn ar.
Noun used with modifier
Browse dictionary entries near sone
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