clang
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1clang

verb \ˈklaŋ\

Definition of CLANG

intransitive verb
1
a : to make a loud metallic ringing sound <anvils clanged>
b : to go with a clang
2
: to utter the characteristic harsh cry of a bird
transitive verb
: to cause to clang <clang a bell>

Examples of CLANG

  1. His fork clanged against the plate.
  2. The prison door clanged shut.
  3. The guard clanged the door shut.

Origin of CLANG

Latin clangere; akin to Greek klazein to scream, bark, Old English hliehhan to laugh
First Known Use: 1576

2clang

noun

Definition of CLANG

1
: a loud ringing metallic sound <the clang of a fire alarm>
2
: a harsh cry of a bird (as a crane or goose)

Examples of CLANG

  1. <the horseshoe hit the stake with a satisfying clang>

First Known Use of CLANG

1557

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