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Meaning of Shepard tone | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A superposition of sine waves, separated by an octave, whose relative amplitude may be varied to give the illusion of a rising or falling note.

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Shepardson shepe Sheperd Shepetivka Shephard shepherd

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