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stereo

/ˈstɛəɹ.i.oʊ/noun, adjective3 syllables

Stereo means: designating the reproduction of sound using two or more independent audio channels.

Synonyms for stereo16

noun, as in reproducer in which two microphones feed two or more loudspeakers to give a three-dimensional effect to the sound

stereophony, stereo system, stereophonic system

noun, as in two photographs taken from slightly different angles that appear three-dimensional when viewed together

stereoscopic picture, stereoscopic photograph

adjective, as in designating the reproduction of sound using two or more independent audio channels

stereophonic, two-channel, binaural, biaural

also used for stereo

hi-fi, music centre, console, radiogram, consolette, in stereo, stereographic

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What does stereo mean?3

adjective

1

designating the reproduction of sound using two or more independent audio channels

noun

1

reproducer in which two microphones feed two or more loudspeakers to give a three-dimensional effect to the sound

2

two photographs taken from slightly different angles that appear three-dimensional when viewed together

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with stereo?2

four syllables

ontarioscenario
Show 3 near rhymes
scenariosembryoembryos

Stereo in a sentence

  • Take care of the stereo, it's an expensive and valuable device.Amastan
  • Remember, don't touch the stereo with dirty hands.Amastan
  • Don't use sharp objects near the stereo, they can scratch or break it.Amastan
  • If you notice any issues with the stereo, let me know immediately.Amastan
  • Avoid placing the stereo near heat sources, it can cause damage.Amastan
  • John has to do without a stereo for the time being.Luornu
  • Something seems to be wrong with the stereo set.unknown
  • How much would you charge to repair this stereo?CN

Sentences from Tatoeba, CC BY 2.0 FR, credited to their authors.

Forms of stereo

as a noun

plural
stereos