low frequency

noun

: a radio frequency between medium frequency and very low frequency see Radio Frequencies Table

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With a balanced sound signature that will suit studio professionals and audiophiles, the DT 70 IE has precise, linear tuning that follows the Fletcher-Munson curve, bringing accurate low frequencies and treble reproduction at any volume. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025 The speakers also do a decent job of projecting low frequencies. PC Magazine, 17 Apr. 2025 Photo : Klipsch The La Scala replaces its original 15-inch woofer with a new 12-inch driver that actually extends low frequencies down to 40 Hz. Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025 On one side of this band, there is electromagnetic radiation that is too long wavelength and low frequency for our eyes to see. Robert Lea, Space.com, 12 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for low frequency

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First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of low frequency was in 1937

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“Low frequency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low%20frequency. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

low frequency

noun
: a radio frequency in the range between 30 and 300 kilohertz
abbreviation LF
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