ambient

  1. Adjective.  Encompassing on all sides; surrounding; encircling; enveloping.
  2. Adjective.  (music) Evoking or creating an atmosphere: atmospheric.
  3. Noun.  Something that surrounds.
  4. Noun.  (uncountable, music) A type of modern music which incorporates elements of various musical styles, and creates a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere.
  5. Noun.  (astrology) The atmosphere; the surrounding air or sky; (plural) atmospheric components collectively such as air, clouds, water vapour, hail, etc.

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