audio compression

BrE: /ˈɔːdiəʊ kəmˈprɛʃən/

Definition

Definition of audio compression - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

technology

TECH.

process that reduces audio file size by encoding sound more efficiently

TECH.

Streaming services use audio compression to deliver music with smaller data usage.

music

TECH.

process that narrows difference between loud and soft parts of sound

TECH.

The producer applied audio compression to even out the singer's volume.

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Expressions with audio

audio CD

compact disc holding digital audio for music or sound playback

I bought the new album on audio CD.

audio clip

short piece of sound or music

The podcast included an audio clip of the interview.

audio guide

device providing spoken information at exhibitions or sites

The museum offers an audio guide for every exhibit.

audio recording

recorded sound or sounds stored for playback

The audio recording captured the entire concert perfectly..

audio system

set of equipment for recording or reproducing sound

He adjusted the audio system to enhance the bass response..

audio tour

self-guided tour using audio recordings

We took an audio tour of the historic city center.

Expressions with compression

age compression

pushing young children toward older children's behaviors or standards

Age compression makes kids act older than their age.

compression sock

tight-fitting sock to improve blood flow

The doctor recommended wearing a compression sock after surgery.

image compression

shrinking picture data to save storage or send faster

Image compression reduced the file size without ruining the photo.

chest compression

act of pressing the chest to aid blood flow

Chest compression was necessary after the collapse.

compression bandage

bandage applying pressure to control bleeding or swelling

The nurse applied a compression bandage to the wound.

compression fracture

fracture where a bone collapses under pressure

The elderly patient suffered a compression fracture in her spine.

data compression

techniques to reduce digital data size for storage or transmission

Data compression is essential for efficient file storage.

compression moulding

manufacturing method using heat and pressure to shape material inside a mold

Compression moulding is often used to produce durable rubber parts.

compression ring

metal ring on a piston that seals gases inside the cylinder

A worn compression ring can cause low engine power and blue smoke.

compression chamber

enclosed part of a machine where gas or material is squeezed into smaller volume

The compressor's compression chamber must be inspected regularly for wear and leaks.

Terms with audio compression included in their meaning

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Advanced Audio Coding

audio

digital audio compression format

AMR

acr.

acr: Adaptive Multi-Rate

audio compression format used in mobile phones

Motion Picture Experts Group

technology

organization that sets standards for audio and video compression

Moving Picture Experts Group

technology

group setting standards for audio and video compression

MP2

abbr.

abr: Musicam

audio compression format for digital music files

Examples of audio compression in a sentence

Advanced audio compression preserves quality while cutting studio archive costs.
Subtle audio compression helped the podcast sound consistent across different listening devices.
Too much audio compression made the drum track feel flat and lifeless.