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whispering gallery [′wis·pər·iŋ ‚gal·rē] (acoustics) A domed gallery in which weak sounds can be heard at great distances. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Sir Clifford thinks of charging twopence for a peep at the whispering gallery in the spinal column; threepence to hear the echo in the hollow of his cerebellum; and sixpence for the unrivalled view from his forehead. The brooding stillness of the world seemed sensitive to the slightest sound, like a whispering gallery. |
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