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noise
/nɔɪz/
When referring to sounds, 'noise' is usually an uncountable noun (e.g., 'There is too much noise'). However, it can be countable when referring to a specific, single sound (e.g., 'I heard a strange noise in the attic'). In technical contexts like electronics or data science, 'noise' refers to unwanted interference. In these cases, it is almost always used as an uncountable noun. The verb form 'to noise' is quite rare and formal. It is most commonly seen in the phrase 'to noise abroad', meaning to spread a rumor or information.
💬Casual Conversation
Can you please tell Leo to pipe down? All this noise is driving me nuts.
HE IS JUST PLAYING KAREN. STOP BEING SO HIGH STRUNG.
Meanings
A sound, especially one that is loud, unpleasant, or unexpected.
"The noise of the traffic kept me awake all night."
Irrelevant or meaningless data or interference that obscures a signal in electronic communications.
"The radio was producing too much static noise to hear the broadcast."
To make a loud sound, often as a way of attracting attention or creating disturbance.
"He noised his grievances to everyone in the office."