transients

noun

1. 1

   Something which is transient.

2. 2

   A transient phenomenon, especially an electric current; a very brief surge.

3. 3

   (acoustics) A relatively loud, non-repeating signal in an audio waveform which occurs very quickly, such as the attack of a snare drum.

4. 4

   A person who passes through a place for a short time; a traveller; a migrant worker

5. 5

   A homeless person.