Associations to the word «Hypersonic»

Wiktionary

HYPERSONIC, adjective. (of a speed) (aviation) equal to, or greater than, or capable of achieving, five times the speed of sound.
HYPERSONIC, adjective. (of a speed) (aeronautics) far enough above the speed of sound as to cause significant differences in behaviour due to chemical reactions or disassociation of the air.

Wise words

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