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: December 22, 2024
\AM-bee-unt\ adjective
What It Means
In technical use, ambient describes things—such as air quality or light in a room—that exist or are present on all sides. Ambient is also used to describe electronic music that is quiet and relaxing, with melodies that repeat many times.
// The chemicals must be kept at an ambient temperature of 70°F.
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