phonic

Definition

  • adjective: of or relating to speech sounds or phonics
  • adjective: of, relating to, or producing sound

Examples

  • the 'phonic' [=(more commonly) 'phonetic'] elements of a word

Movie quotes

  • (..) Thermal bandages. l'd... like to take a few pictures... For the archives. - What's she saying? - Activate the phonic detector. - ls that thing solid? - Unbreakable. lf you want out, you'll have to learn to develop those communications skills. General alert! (..)
    1997 The Fifth Element