Wavelet
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Wavelet is a noun meaning A small wave; a ripple.
Meaning
A small wave; a ripple.
More Meanings
- (mathematics) A fast-decaying oscillation.
Example Sentences
They sat on the beach and watched the hissing wavelets.
They left the shop in a united wavelet of amusement […]
A little, rubbishy wavelet, full of candy wrappers and orange peel and seaweed, folded over my foot.
Attractive cottages look out on a scene so peaceful that lapping wavelets, stirred by the breeze, are often the loudest sound to be heard.
Word Forms
- wavelets
Synonyms for wavelet
Depending on context, synonyms include ripple, riffle, rippling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ripple, rippling, riffle, haar, wimple, wave.
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