noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Something that prevents sound from traveling through it, such as is put on walls so adjacent areas are not disturbed by noise. uncountable, usually

   "Until the soundproofing is installed, I don't think I'll be able to get to sleep here."

2. 2
   The act of installing material to dampen sound. uncountable, usually

   "The soundproofing will take place today."

Verb

1. 1
   present participle and gerund of soundproof form-of, gerund, participle, present

Synonyms

All synonyms

acoustic tileantiknockbafflercushiondampdampener

Example

More examples

"When my home had an extension built I only had this room fitted with soundproofing and an internal lock."

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