Sound — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

to continue or be repeated in a series of reflected sound waves

"the stranded hiker's cries for help sounded throughout the canyon"

to give the impression of being

"the idea at least sounds plausible"

to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)

"a person who certainly isn't shy about sounding her opinions"

to make known openly or publicly

"the grand opening of the region's newest and largest mall has been loudly sounded for months"

to measure the depth of (as a body of water) typically with a weighted line

"the pilot sounded the river to make sure we weren't in any danger of running aground"

to cast oneself head first into deep water

"a whale suddenly surfaced and then, just as suddenly, sounded"

range of hearing

"wandered off, out of her parents' sight and sound"

a narrow body of water between two land masses

"Long Island Sound is between Connecticut and Long Island, New York"

according to the rules of logic

"sound reasoning alone should tell you that the result is invalid"

enjoying health and vigor

"the horse is getting along in years, but still perfectly sound"

marked by the ability to withstand stress without structural damage or distortion

"the shed looks flimsy, but it's actually surprisingly sound"