echo
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A sound that repeats because it bounces back off a surface, such as a wall or cliff.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "His shout produced a clear _____ across the canyon."
Answer: echo
In your own words, what does "echo" mean?
A sound that repeats because it bounces back off a surface, such as a wall or cliff.
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