high frequency

/haɪ ˌfrikwənsi/
IPA guide

Other forms: high frequencies

Definitions of high frequency
  1. noun
    3 to 30 megahertz
    synonyms: HF
    see moresee less
    type of:
    radio frequency
    an electromagnetic wave frequency between audio and infrared
  2. noun
    a pitch that is perceived as above other pitches
    synonyms: high pitch
    see moresee less
    type of:
    pitch
    the property of sound that varies with variation in the frequency of vibration
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘high frequency'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family