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What does the prefix acoustic mean?

The prefix "acoustic" comes from the Greek word "akoustikos", which means "of or relating to hearing".

So, "acoustic" generally refers to things related to sound, especially:

* Sound waves: The way sound travels through the air or other mediums.

* Hearing: The process of perceiving sound.

* Sound production: The creation of sound, whether naturally or through instruments.

Here are some examples of how "acoustic" is used:

* Acoustic guitar: A guitar that produces sound through the vibration of its strings, rather than through electronic amplification.

* Acoustic phonetics: The study of the production and perception of speech sounds.

* Acoustic impedance: A measure of how easily sound waves can travel through a material.

* Acoustic ceiling: A type of ceiling designed to absorb sound and reduce noise levels.

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