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View synonyms for noise pollution
noise pollution
noun
- unwanted or harmful noise, as from automobiles, airplanes, or industrial workplaces.
noise pollution
noun
- annoying or harmful noise in an environment
noise pollution
/ noiz /
- Environmental noise, as from vehicles or machinery, that is annoying, distracting, or physically harmful. The physical effects can include hearing loss, tinnitus, stress, and sleeplessness. Noise pollution is usually considered in terms of its effects on human populations, though it is known to affect wildlife as well.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of noise pollution1
First recorded in 1965–70
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Example Sentences
My health project taught me that noise pollution is actually a serious health threat.
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