Definition

Relating to or causing the production of sound or noise.

Example

The noisemaking toys kept the children entertained for hours.

Conversation

Did you hear that noisemaking from the construction site next door?

Yeah, it's been really distracting while I try to work.

I know! I wish they would finish their noisemaking sooner.

Same here; I can't wait for some peace and quiet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Noisemaking → It is formed from "noise" (from Old French *noise*, meaning sound or disturbance) and "making" (from Old English *macian*, meaning to create or cause). The word "noisemaking" refers to the act of creating or causing sound or disturbance.

Memory Tip

Think of creating a 'sound' ('noise') and 'causing' it ('making') — that's what noisemaking means.

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