soundscape

noun

sound·​scape ˈsau̇n(d)-ˌskāp How to pronounce soundscape (audio)
: a mélange of musical and sometimes nonmusical sounds

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Thomas said that fans of Chicago’s Manual Cinema will recognize similar techniques in this production, which uses 32mm figurines, shoe box style installations, turntables, micro-projection and soundscapes to portray a series of short stories. Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025 An eerie soundscape coats one’s ears throughout, rarely allowing for an instant of complete silence. Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 10 Jan. 2025 The Colombian superstar's confessional lyrics are buoyed by an eclectic soundscape of EDM, reggaeton, bachata and regional Mexican styles. Pamela Avila, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024 Groovy and cosmic disco vibes will accompany each room’s diorama, with soundscapes curated by Nicky Nighttime and Michelle Leshem. Lilian Raji, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for soundscape 

Word History

First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of soundscape was in 1964

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“Soundscape.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soundscape. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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