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Sound barrier

Sound barrier Meaning & Definition
Sound barrier Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Sound barrier?

[n] the increase in aerodynamic drag as an airplane approaches the speed of sound

Synonyms | Synonyms for Sound barrier: sonic barrier

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See Also | drag | retarding force

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