noise pollution
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noise pollution
n.
Environmental noise that is annoying, distracting, or physically harmful. Also called sound pollution.
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noise pollution
n
(Environmental Science) annoying or harmful noise in an environment
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noise pollution
Persistent loud noise (as from traffic, machinery, audio equipment) causing discomfort and perhaps even deafness.
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| Noun | 1. | noise pollution - annoying and potentially harmful environmental noise pollution - undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities |
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noise pol·lu·tion
n. polución de ruido.
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