harmonic motion

noun

, Physics.

1. periodic motion consisting of one or more vibratory motions that are symmetric about a region of equilibrium, as the motion of a vibrating string of a musical instrument.

harmonic motion

noun

1. a periodic motion in which the displacement is symmetrical about a point or a periodic motion that is composed of such motions See also simple harmonic motion

harmonic motion

1. A periodic vibration, as of a violin string, in which the motions are symmetrical about a region of equilibrium. Such a vibration may have only one frequency and amplitude or may be a combination of two or more components called harmonics.
2. Also called periodic motion

Word History and Origins

Origin of harmonic motion¹

First recorded in 1865–70