wavelength

or wave length

[ weyv-lengkth, -length, -lenth ]
/ ˈweɪvˌlɛŋkθ, -ˌlɛŋθ, -ˌlɛnθ /

noun

Physics. the distance, measured in the direction of propagation of a wave, between two successive points in the wave that are characterized by the same phase of oscillation.

Idioms for wavelength

    on the same wavelength, in sympathy or rapport: We seemed to be on the same wavelength from the moment we met.

Origin of wavelength

First recorded in 1855–60; wave + length

Words nearby wavelength

British Dictionary definitions for on the same wavelength

wavelength
/ (ˈweɪvˌlɛŋθ) /

noun

the distance, measured in the direction of propagation, between two points of the same phase in consecutive cycles of a wave Symbol: λ
the wavelength of the carrier wave used by a particular broadcasting station
on someone's wavelength or on the same wavelength informal having similar views, feelings, or thoughts (as someone else)

Medical definitions for on the same wavelength

wavelength
[ wāvlĕngkth′, -lĕngth′ ]

n.

The distance between one peak or crest of a wave of light, heat, or other energy and the next corresponding peak or crest.

Scientific definitions for on the same wavelength

wavelength
[ wāvlĕngkth′ ]

The distance between one peak or crest of a wave and the next peak or crest. It is equal to the speed of the wave divided by its frequency, and to the speed of a wave times its period.

Cultural definitions for on the same wavelength

wavelength

The distance between crests (or troughs) of a wave.

Idioms and Phrases with on the same wavelength

on the same wavelength

In complete accord, in rapport, as in Conductor, orchestra members, soloists, and chorus all were on the same wavelength, making for a wonderful performance. This term alludes to radio waves that carry a broadcast. [First half of 1900s]