soundproof

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adjective

sound·​proof ˈsau̇n(d)-ˌprüf How to pronounce soundproof (audio)
Synonyms of soundproofnext
: impervious to sound

soundproof

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verb

soundproofed; soundproofing; soundproofs

transitive verb

: to insulate so as to obstruct the passage of sound

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Adjective
Austin Woolsey, the studio manager, showed us recording consoles, shiny pianos, soundproof rooms with carpets on the walls and ceilings, and microphones. — Cortney Fries, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2025 In addition to a primary suite flaunting a covered balcony, there’s also a library/office and a soundproof music studio that doubles as a screening room. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2025
Verb
There’s also a one-bedroom guesthouse that Schlessinger soundproofed and used as a studio, plus a three-car garage topped by a guest or staff apartment and a fitness pavilion with a gym and guest suite. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 23 Jan. 2025 A little office with large windows is going to be soundproofed and turned into a recording/podcast studio, and a rare books room will be open by appointment. — James Bartlett, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for soundproof

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

circa 1878, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1919, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of soundproof was circa 1878

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soundproof

adjective
sound·​proof
ˈsau̇n(d)-ˈprüf
: designed to prevent sound from entering or leaving
soundproof verb

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