n.
1.an excited state of a stable particle causing a sharp maximum in the probability of absorption of electromagnetic radiation
2.a vibration of large amplitude produced by a relatively small vibration near the same frequency of vibration as the natural frequency of the resonating system
3.having the character of a loud deep sound
4.relation of mutual understanding or trust and agreement between people
5.the quality imparted to voiced speech sounds by the action of the resonating chambers of the throat and mouth and nasal cavities
Idiom of the Day
in custody of (someone or something)
being looked after by someone or something, under guard by someone
The child was placed in custody of the state while her mother got treatment for her alcohol problem.
