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noise

/nɔɪz/

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noun

Various sounds, usually unwanted or unpleasant.

Examples :

"He knew that it was trash day, when the garbage collectors made all the noise."

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noun

Sound or signal generated by random fluctuations.

Examples :

"The static on the radio created a lot of noise, making it difficult to hear the weather report. "

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noun

Unwanted part of a signal.

Examples :

"The radio's static was a noise that interfered with the teacher's instructions during the online class. "

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(by extension) Unwanted fuss or bustle; useless activity.

Examples :

"The constant noise of arguing siblings made it hard to concentrate on homework. "

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The measured level of variation in gene expression among cells, regardless of source, within a supposedly identical population.

Examples :

"The high noise in the gene expression data showed that even identical twins had subtle differences in their cellular activity. "

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noun

Rumour or complaint.

Examples :

"The problems with the new computer system are causing a lot of noise at Head Office."

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noun

Music, in general; a concert; also, a company of musicians; a band.

Examples :

"The school's noise performed a lively concert for the parents. "

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A genre of rock music that uses static and other non-musical sounds, also influenced by art rock.

Examples :

"The band's new album is a fascinating example of noise; it uses distorted sounds and static instead of traditional instruments. "

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verb

To make a noise; to sound.

Examples :

"The alarm clock noised loudly, waking me up early. "

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verb

To spread news of; to spread as rumor or gossip.

Examples :

"The students were noising around that Mr. Davis was retiring. "

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