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Various sounds, usually unwanted or unpleasant.

Any sound.

Sound or signal generated by random fluctuations.

(technology) Any part of a signal or data that reduces the clarity, precision, or quality of the desired output.

(statistics) Variation or deviation generated by random fluctuations.

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

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

Rumour or complaint.

(informal) Speech that is suggestive of an attitude or opinion.

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

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

To make a noise; to sound.

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