noisemaker

noun

noise·​mak·​er ˈnȯiz-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce noisemaker (audio)
: one that makes noise
especially : a device (such as a horn or rattle) used to make noise at parties
noisemaking noun or adjective

Examples of noisemaker in a Sentence

All the guests had noisemakers and party hats.
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of noisemaker was in the 14th century

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“Noisemaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/noisemaker. Accessed 17 May. 2024.

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noisemaker

noun
noise·​mak·​er ˈnȯiz-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce noisemaker (audio)
: one that makes noise
especially : a device used to make noise at parties

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