transonic Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: T R AE0 N S AA1 N IH0 K
What Does Transonic Mean?
As an adjective, transonic means Just below, or just above, the speed of sound (0.8 < Ma < 1.2 approximately). It can also mean Passing from subsonic to supersonic, or vice versa.
Word Facts for Transonic
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | sonic |
| Antonyms | supersonic and subsonic |
Transonic Definition (Adjective)
- Just below, or just above, the speed of sound (0.8 < Ma < 1.2 approximately).
- Passing from subsonic to supersonic, or vice versa.
- Travelling through a fluid (commonly air) at a speed where regions of supersonic and subsonic flow coexist simultaneously over different portions of the surface of the moving object in question.
Synonyms of Transonic
Transonic synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Transonic
Transonic in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
transonic (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Transonic
Origin of Transonic
From tran- + sonic.
Frequently Asked Questions About Transonic
What part of speech is transonic?
Transonic is an adjective.
What is another word for transonic?
Close synonyms of transonic are sonic. See the full list of transonic synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of transonic?
Antonyms of transonic include supersonic and subsonic.