echo

Definition

• n. the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves
• n. (Greek mythology) a nymph who was spurned by Narcissus and pined away until only her voice remained
• n. a reply that repeats what has just been said
• n. a reflected television or radio or radar beam

Word forms

Past tense

echoed

Past participle

echoed

Present participle

echoing

Third person singular

echoes

Example sentences

1. n.

   The mountains created a beautiful echo when I shouted.

2. vi.

   The crowd began to echo the singer's words.

3. vt.

   She echoed her teacher's instructions to make sure everyone understood.

4. 計.

   You can use the echo command to see what you typed in the command line.