transsonic

/trænsˈsoʊnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

exceeding or having a speed greater than the speed of sound

“The transsonic aircraft broke the sound barrier during its flight test.”

2. noun

a flow or movement of a fluid, especially air, that exceeds the speed of sound

“The transsonic jet stream caused turbulence during the flight.”

Synonyms

  • hypersonic
  • supersonic

Antonyms

  • sonic
  • subsonic