on the same wavelength

[weyv-lengkth, -length, -lenth]

wave·length

[weyv-lengkth, -length, -lenth]
noun
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Physics. the distance, measured in the direction of propagation of a wave, between two successive points in the wave that are characterized by the same phase of oscillation.
2.
on the same wavelength, in sympathy or rapport: We seemed to be on the same wavelength from the moment we met.

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On the same wavelength is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
Also, wave length.


Origin:
1855–60; wave + length
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on the same wavelength definition


  1. mod.
    thinking in the same pattern. : We're not on the same wavelength. Let's try again.
Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions by Richard A. Spears.Fourth Edition.
Copyright 2007. Published by McGraw Hill.
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Idioms & Phrases

on the same wavelength

In complete accord, in rapport, as in Conductor, orchestra members, soloists, and chorus all were on the same wavelength, making for a wonderful performance. This term alludes to radio waves that carry a broadcast. [First half of 1900s]

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
Copyright © 1997. Published by Houghton Mifflin.
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