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Tuesday, October 27
echo n., v.

Definition: 1. a repetition of sound produced by the reflection of sound waves from a wall, mountain, or other obstructing surface. 2. a sound heard again near its source after being reflected. 3. any repetition or close imitation, as of the ideas or words of another. 4. to repeat or imitate (words, sentiments, etc.).

Example: Loud footsteps echoed in the empty hallway.

Synonyms: repeat, reverberate


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