Definition

Adverb: - By means of ultrasonic waves or frequencies: Describes an action performed using sound waves with a frequency above the upper limit of human hearing.

Usage

The adverb "ultrasonically" modifies a verb to specify that the action is accomplished through the application of ultrasonic energy. It is primarily used in technical, medical, and scientific contexts.

Examples

• The delicate instrument was cleaned ultrasonically to remove all contaminants without damage.
• In modern medicine, some tumors can be treated ultrasonically.
• The reference states: "The kidney stones were removed ultrasonically."

Advanced Usage

• Process Description: Used to describe industrial or laboratory processes (e.g., welding, testing, mixing) performed with ultrasound.
  • The two materials were bonded ultrasonically.

Variants and Related Words

• Ultrasonic (adjective): Of or involving sound waves with a frequency above about 20,000 Hz.
  • An ultrasonic cleaner.
• Ultrasound (noun): Sound or other vibrations having an ultrasonic frequency; also the medical imaging technique using such sound waves.
  • The doctor ordered an ultrasound.

Synonyms

• By ultrasound
• Using ultrasonic waves

Notes on Meaning

"Ultrasonically" refers specifically to the method or means, not the result. It indicates the instrumentality (ultrasound) used to perform the main action of the verb it modifies.

Adverb

1. by ultrasonic means
   • the kidney stones were removed ultrasonically