vibration
/vaɪˈbɹeɪʃən/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: vibrations
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The act of vibrating or the condition of being vibrated.
Noun
Examples
You will see a tiny flutter, a shiver, a vibration along the luff. That flutter is your friend.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Any periodic process, especially a rapid linear motion of a body about an equilibrium position.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “vibration” mean?
The act of vibrating or the condition of being vibrated.
Is “vibration” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.