noisemaker

American  

[noiz-mey-ker] / ˈnɔɪzˌmeɪ kər /

noun

1. a person or thing that makes noise, as a reveler on New Year's Eve, Halloween, etc., or a rattle, horn, or similar device used on such an occasion.

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noisemaker British  

/ ˈnɔɪzˌmeɪkə /

noun

1. something, such as a clapper or bell, used to make a loud noise at football matches, celebrations, etc

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• noisemaking
  noun

Etymology

Origin of noisemaker

First recorded in 1565–75; noise + maker

Example Sentences

Coast Guard also requires paddlers to have a whistle or other noisemaker to warn boats.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 8, 2022

At the event, held outdoors in the Lekki neighbourhood of Lagos, the awards on offer included "head boy" for the cleanest school uniform, "punctuality prefect" and "most noisemaker."

From Reuters • Dec. 13, 2021

One device is a noisemaker; another is a pull toy connected to a jar filled with non-recyclable snack packaging.

From Washington Post • Feb. 13, 2020

Nelson pulled a shotgun from the cab, loading noisemaker shells designed to scare the bird to safety.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2016

“Crackers!” said Dumbledore enthusiastically, offering the end of a large silver noisemaker to Snape, who took it reluctantly and tugged.

From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling