white noise
noun
1
a
: a heterogeneous mixture of sound waves extending over a wide frequency range compare pink noise
b
: a constant background noise
especially
: one that drowns out other sounds
2
: meaningless or distracting commotion, hubbub, or chatter
the white noise of policy and politics in America—
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The lizards fled in response to smoke but were unphased by water vapor, wildfire sounds or white noise.
—Clarissa Brincat, Scientific American, 22 Oct. 2025
And if you’re feeling compelled to listen to your own chants, white noises, meditations, etc.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
It’s designed to detect your baby’s cries and automatically responds by gently rocking them to white noise and motion—a win for baby, and for mom.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025
Post-renovation in-room amenities include Dyson hair dryers, white noise machines, plush robes, coffee and tea makers, and mini-fridges.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
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Clarissa Brincat, Scientific American, 22 Oct. 2025
And if you’re feeling compelled to listen to your own chants, white noises, meditations, etc.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
It’s designed to detect your baby’s cries and automatically responds by gently rocking them to white noise and motion—a win for baby, and for mom.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025
Post-renovation in-room amenities include Dyson hair dryers, white noise machines, plush robes, coffee and tea makers, and mini-fridges.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for white noise
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“White noise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20noise. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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