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sounding line
a line weighted with a lead or plummet (sounding lead) and bearing marks to show the length paid out, used for sounding, as at sea. -
knock
to strike a sounding blow with the fist, knuckles, or anything hard, especially on a door, window, or the like, as in seeking admittance, calling attention, or giving a signal: to knock on the door before entering. -
sound
The, a strait between SW Sweden and Zealand, connecting the Kattegat and the Baltic. 87 miles (140 km) long; 3–30 miles (5–48 km) wide. -
sounding board
a thin, resonant plate of wood forming part of a musical instrument, and so placed as to enhance the power and quality of the tone. -
sounding lead
a line weighted with a lead or plummet (sounding lead) and bearing marks to show the length paid out, used for sounding, as at sea. -
tone
(Theobald) Wolfe, 1763–98, Irish nationalist and martyr for independence.