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clanging

KLANG-ihng

Clanging (noun) means a repeated loud, ringing metallic noise. Example: “The clanging of the church bells woke the whole street.”

noun
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A repeated loud, ringing metallic noise.
"The clanging of the church bells woke the whole street."

How to use clanging

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe ongoing sound of something clanging.

Word forms

clangings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “clanging” mean?

The word “clanging” means a repeated loud, ringing metallic noise. In plain terms, the ongoing sound of something clanging.

How do you pronounce “clanging”?

“Clanging” is pronounced KLANG-ihng (/ˈklæŋ.ɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “clanging” in a sentence?

Here is “clanging” used in a sentence: “The clanging of the church bells woke the whole street.”

What part of speech is “clanging”?

“Clanging” is a noun.

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