ambient
/ˈæm.bi.ənt/ noun C2- Something that surrounds; encompassing material, substance or shape.
- The atmosphere; the surrounding air or sky; atmospheric components collectively such as air, clouds, water vapour, hail, etc.
- A type of modern music that creates a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere.
Plural ambients
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Without acoustic barriers, the ambient noise of ringing phones, clicking keyboards, and fragmented conversations constantly interrupts deep cognitive work.
To ensure their melodies could cut through the ambient clamor, musicians adopted the electric guitar and heavy amplification.
Arthur broke the companionable silence, his voice possessing a gravelly warmth that easily permeated the ambient hum of the ship's engines.
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