geophone en · NOUN
Etymology
From geo- + -phone.
Meanings
- A form of microphone that detects and records seismic vibrations.
- A percussion instrument consisting of a drum filled with pellets, played by swirling it around to produce a sound like shifting earth.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| geophones | Number=Plur | lexicographic |