Cosounding

/ˈkoʊsaʊndɪŋ/ adjective

Definition

Sounding together; making sounds that are in accord or harmony with each other.

Etymology

From co- 'together' plus sounding (from sound). A rare compound word that directly describes the action of multiple sounds occurring in pleasing coordination.

Kelly Says

This word is practically extinct, but it's a beautiful example of how English once had simple, descriptive terms for concepts we now explain with fancy words like 'harmonic resonance.'

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