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sounding (EN)
noun, adjective

This word can also be a form of:
sound (verb)

noun “sounding”

singular sounding, plural soundings
  1. an examination using a special instrument to measure depth or investigate something
    Before constructing the bridge, the engineers took soundings to ensure the riverbed was stable enough to support the structure.
  2. the specific depth of water determined by measuring
    Before anchoring, the crew conducted soundings to ensure the water was deep enough for their vessel.
  3. the medical procedure of inserting a slender rod into the penis's urethra
    The doctor performed a sounding to investigate the patient's urinary difficulties.

adjective “sounding”

base form sounding (more/most)
  1. making noise
    The sounding alarm signaled the start of the evacuation.
  2. having a deep, resonant sound
    The deep, sounding bell echoed through the quiet village at dusk.