atmospherics

/ˌætməsˈfɪrɪks/
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Definitions of atmospherics
  1. noun
    a crackling or hissing noise caused by electrical interference
    synonyms: atmospheric static, static
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    types:
    radio noise
    static at radio wavelengths
    type of:
    disturbance, interference, noise
    electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication
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