noise pollution

noun

: loud or unpleasant noise that is caused by automobiles, airplanes, etc., and that is harmful or annoying to the people who can hear it

Full Definition of NOISE POLLUTION

: annoying or harmful noise (as of automobiles or jet airplanes) in an environment

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Medical Dictionary

noun \ˈnȯiz-\

: environmental pollution consisting of annoying or harmful noise (as of automobiles or jet airplanes)—called also sound pollution

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