Meaning of the word db in English

What does db mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

db

US /diːˈbiː/
UK /diːˈbiː/

Abbreviation

1.

decibel (a unit used to measure the intensity of a sound or the power of an electrical signal)

Example:
The noise level reached 90 dB.
Each 10 dB increase represents a tenfold increase in sound power.
2.

database (an organized collection of data, typically stored and accessed electronically from a computer system)

Example:
The company stores all customer information in a secure DB.
He's an expert in DB management.