Definition of jangle
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to make a harsh or discordant often ringing sound
keys jangling in my pocket
2
: to quarrel verbally
3
: to talk idly
1a
: to cause to sound harshly or inharmoniously
b
: to excite to tense irritation
jangled nerves
2
: to utter or sound in a discordant, babbling, or chattering way
jangle
noun
Definition of jangle (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: a discordant often ringing sound
the jangle of spurs
2
: noisy quarreling
3
: idle talk
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The first known use of jangle was in the 14th century
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