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Definition of stereo

stereo

/ˈstɛr.i.oʊ/
ste · re · o

Plural:stereos
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• noun

1

An electronic system or device for reproducing stereophonic sound, typically featuring two or more independent audio channels.

Example

"She turned up the volume on the car stereo to enjoy the intricate mix of the song."


2

Sound that is recorded and reproduced through multiple channels to create a multidimensional auditory perspective.

Example

"The album was originally mixed in mono, but a remastered version in stereo was later released."


3

A stereoscopic photograph or image designed to give an illusion of depth when viewed through a special device.

Example

"The museum exhibited a rare nineteenth-century stereo depicting the city's old harbor in three dimensions."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Clipping of 'stereophonic' (for sound) or 'stereoscope' (for images). Derived from the Greek 'stereos', meaning 'solid' or 'three-dimensional'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Stereo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 10, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/stereo
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