mach Definition
a unit for measuring the speed of an object, especially an aircraft, in relation to the speed of sound.
Using mach: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mach" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The plane was flying at Mach 2.
Example
The Mach number is a dimensionless quantity representing the ratio of the speed of an object to the speed of sound.
mach Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for mach
- speed of sound
- sonic speed
- Mach number
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Summary: mach in Brief
'Mach' [mæk] is a unit used to measure the speed of an object, particularly an aircraft, relative to the speed of sound. It is represented by a dimensionless quantity called the Mach number. For example, 'The plane was flying at Mach 2.'
