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sounding-board

noun

Meaning

  1. A thin board that forms part of the resonating chamber of a musical instrument and serves to reinforce its sound
  2. A structure that reflects sound towards the intended listeners
  3. (by extension) Any device or means used to spread an idea or point of view
  4. A person, or group, whose reactions to a new idea or proposal serve to assess its acceptability

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data