Vibration is a mechanical phenomenon whereby oscillations occur about an equilibrium point. The word comes from Latin vibrationem. The oscillations may be periodic, such as the motion of a pendulum—or random, such as the movement of a tire on a gravel road.

What does the word vibrate means in science?

Physics. the oscillating, reciprocating, or other periodic motion of a rigid or elastic body or medium forced from a position or state of equilibrium. the analogous motion of the particles of a mass of air or the like, whose state of equilibrium has been disturbed, as in transmitting sound.

What does vibration mean in simple words?

1 : a rapid motion (as of a stretched cord) back and forth. 2 : the action of moving or causing to move back and forth or from side to side very quickly : the state of being swung back and forth. 3 : a trembling motion.