acoustician

noun

ac·​ous·​ti·​cian ˌa-ˌkü-ˈsti-shən How to pronounce acoustician (audio)
ə-ˌkü-
: a specialist in acoustics

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This requires architects and acousticians deeply schooled in theaters, and each has its own acoustical needs. — Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026 The recordings of the whale songs were transmitted back to acousticians, who interpreted the audio in real time. — Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 6 May 2024 These technologies help acousticians gather datasets that are used to study marine life, track human impacts on the ocean, and understand long-term environmental changes. — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 12 Feb. 2026 The house also has a saltwater pool and a soundproof music room designed by acousticians and studio designers, per the listing, featured on Zillow Gone Wild. — Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 8 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for acoustician

Word History

Etymology

acoust(ic) + -ician

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of acoustician was in 1826

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“Acoustician.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acoustician. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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