Meaning & use
nuisance
A person, thing, or situation that causes annoyance, inconvenience, or minor trouble.
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The buzzing mosquito was a constant nuisance during our camping trip.
Construction noise next door has become a real nuisance for the neighborhood.
A note on using this word
Nuisance is also a legal term for an act or condition that interferes with someone's use of their property, such as excessive noise.
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