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Noise

NOYZ/nɔɪz/

Not every sound is a noise — noise is the sound you often do not want. Traffic noise, make a noise, too much noise. Sound is neutral; noise leans negative. Noisy is the adjective. A voice is human speech. Keep the noise down is a polite request.

Meaning

A sound, especially a loud or unpleasant one.

Examples

  • “Please don’t make a noise.”
  • “I can’t sleep because of the noise next door.”
  • “Please keep the noise down after ten.”

Good to know

make a noise / keep the noise down. Neutral: sound. Adjective: noisy.

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