Definitions

1. noun

the complete absence of sound or the inability of something to produce sound

“The aphony of the vacuum cleaner’s motor made it difficult to concentrate.”

2. noun

a sound or vocalization that lacks musical quality or harmony

“The singer’s off-key aphony was jarring to the audience’s ears.”

3. noun

a lack of clarity or distinctness in the sound of a voice or instrument

“The aphony of the trumpet player’s notes made the melody hard to follow.”