stereo
ste
ˈstɛ
ste
reo
ˌrioʊ
riow
British pronunciation
/stˈɛɹɪˌə‍ʊ/

Definition & Meaning of "stereo"in English

Stereo
01

a sound system that plays back a recorded sound, music, etc. through two or more channels, producing a three-dimensional effect

What is a "stereo"?

A stereo is a system designed to play sound from two separate channels to create a more immersive audio experience. It often includes a set of speakers that work together to produce sound that seems to come from different directions, similar to how sounds are heard in real life. This system enhances the clarity and depth of music or other audio content, making it feel more realistic.

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He bought a vintage stereo for his record collection.
He bought a new stereo for his living room.
02

a device used to view two photographs, taken from slightly different angles, that create a 3D image when viewed together

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The old stereo revealed a 3D view of the landscape.
She showed me the vintage stereo her grandfather used.
stereo
01

relating to a sound system that uses two or more channels to create a sense of space and depth in audio playback

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Stereo headphones allowed him to experience spatial audio while gaming.
The stereo speakers provided immersive sound quality for the movie.
02

having two slightly different images taken from two angles, typically used to create a three-dimensional effect when viewed together

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The stereo photograph showed a 3D image when viewed through special glasses.
He collected stereo photos from the 19th century, fascinated by their depth.
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