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)
3
British
: medal
gong
intransitive verb
Examples of gong in a Sentence
They sounded a gong to summon us to dinner.
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The Toby Jones-starring series will take home the gong at the TV ceremony in 10 days’ time.
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2025
The showcase, which hands out gongs to the best brands and designers but also fashion filmmakers, stylists and makeup artists, will be holding its second edition in November.
—Lily Templeton, WWD, 14 Mar. 2025
Throughout her career, Jun has garnered several accolades, including best actress gongs for her TV and cinema roles as well as a commendation for her cultural contribution from South Korea’s prime minister in 2015.
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Seven years ago, Hellblade: Senua’s Saga dominated the 2018 Bafta Games Awards by winning five gongs, including one for Melina Juergens’ raw performance as the game’s lead character.
—Joshua Lamb, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2025
The showcase, which hands out gongs to the best brands and designers but also fashion filmmakers, stylists and makeup artists, will be holding its second edition in November.
—Lily Templeton, WWD, 14 Mar. 2025
Throughout her career, Jun has garnered several accolades, including best actress gongs for her TV and cinema roles as well as a commendation for her cultural contribution from South Korea’s prime minister in 2015.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 16 Apr. 2025
Seven years ago, Hellblade: Senua’s Saga dominated the 2018 Bafta Games Awards by winning five gongs, including one for Melina Juergens’ raw performance as the game’s lead character.
—Joshua Lamb, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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“Gong.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gong. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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gong
noun
ˈgäŋ 
ˈgȯŋ
1
: a metallic disk that makes a deep ringing sound when struck
2
: a flat saucer-shaped bell
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