nuisance
- An act or condition that disturbs others' ability to use and enjoy their property, possibly causing harm or disturbance, and can be classified as public (affecting many) or private (affecting a specific individual or entity)
- The construction noise next door was deemed a nuisance by frustrated residents.
- The barking dog throughout the night was a private nuisance to the immediate neighbors.
- Due to its harmful emissions, the factory was declared a public nuisance by the city council.
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