gong
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noun \ˈgäŋ, ˈgȯŋ\Definition of GONG
1
: a disk-shaped percussion instrument that produces a resounding tone when struck with a usually padded hammer
2
a : a saucer-shaped bell (as in a fire alarm) that is struck by a mechanical hammer b : a wire rod wound in a flat spiral for sounding the time or chime or alarm (as in a clock)
See Examples of GONG
- They sounded a gong to summon us to dinner.
Origin of GONG
Malay & Javanese, of imitative origin
First Known Use: circa 1590
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