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Noun: sound barrier  sawnd 'ba-ree-u(r)
  1. The increase in aerodynamic drag as an aeroplane approaches the speed of sound
    - sonic barrier

Derived forms: sound barriers

Type of: drag, retarding force

Encyclopedia: Sound barrier

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