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How to pronounce static
Say it like this: /ˈstæt.ɪk/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does static mean?
adjUnchanging; that cannot or does not change.
“It's important to know that the Earth's crust is in no manner a stable and static place.”
Making no progress; stalled, without movement or advancement.
Immobile; fixed in place; having no motion.
nounInterference on a broadcast signal caused by atmospheric disturbances; heard as crackles on radio, or seen as random specks on television.
“The World Series was on, but there was so much static that we could barely even follow the action.”
Interference or obstruction from people.
“I was getting a lot of static from the bean counters whenever I tried to proceed.”
Verbal abuse.
“Don't you be giving me any static over it. You know the rules.”
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