Decibel Definition

decibel
noun
  1. a logarithmic unit of sound intensity; 10 times the logarithm of the ratio of the sound intensity to some reference intensity

"Decibel" in song lyrics

See how decibel is used in real songs:

  • "Staten Island criminals, you small like a decibel"
    9th Prince — Camouflage Children
  • "Star rock decibel"
    Binary Star — Conquistadors
  • "Fifteen inches of decibel"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Kevlaar 7 — Immovable

Usage tips for "decibel"

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