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Diaphone

Definition:

A diaphone is a type of foghorn or alarm that achieves its sound by using compressed air to vibrate a metal diaphragm.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A type of foghorn or alarm.

Example: The diaphone blared loudly, warning ships of the foggy conditions ahead.

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Sense 2:

Noun: An instrument or device that produces a low-pitched sound.

Example: The musician played a haunting melody on the diaphone, creating a deep and resonant tone.

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Sense 3:

Noun: A vocal process in some insects, producing a low humming sound.

Example: The cricket's diaphone could be heard throughout the warm summer night.

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