noun

clattering

Clattering (noun) means a series of rattling, banging sounds. Example: “A clattering of pots woke the whole house.”

noun

A series of rattling, banging sounds.

"A clattering of pots woke the whole house."

adj

Making or characterized by a rattling banging noise.

"The clattering shutters kept them up all night."

How to use clattering

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes something that's clattering, or the sound itself.

more clattering comparative, clatterings plural, most clattering superlative

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What does “clattering” mean?

The word “clattering” means a series of rattling, banging sounds. In plain terms, describes something that's clattering, or the sound itself.

How do you use “clattering” in a sentence?

Here is “clattering” used in a sentence: “A clattering of pots woke the whole house.”

What part of speech is “clattering”?

Depending on how it is used, “clattering” can be a noun and an adjective.

How many meanings does “clattering” have?

“Clattering” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a series of rattling, banging sounds.