noise abatement

the application of legislation or technology to reduce the level of noise pollution. Noise abatement may require the redesign of automobile or aircraft engines, ordinances that prohibit use of airports at night, or the routing of traffic away from residential areas. See also noise effects.

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May 9th 2024

exo- (ex-)

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