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clanging Meaning & Definition

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What Does Clanging Mean?

As a verb, clanging means present participle and gerund of clang. As a noun, it means A noise that clangs.

Clanging at a Glance

Part of speechverb, noun
Pronunciation/æ/
Synonymsnoisy and clangorous
Pluralclangings

Clanging Definition (Verb)

  1. present participle and gerund of clang

Clanging as a Noun

  1. A noise that clangs.
  2. A mode of speech (or writing) characterized by compulsive association of words based upon sound rather than meaning.

Verb

  1. To strike (objects) together so as to produce a clang.
  2. To give out a clang; to resound.

Synonyms of Clanging

Clanging synonyms and antonyms →

Word Forms & Grammar

clanging

clanging (countable and uncountable, plural clangings)

Words That Rhyme With Clanging

Quick Answers About Clanging

Is clanging a verb or a noun?

Clanging is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.

What is another word for clanging?

Close synonyms of clanging are noisy and clangorous. See the full list of clanging synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of clanging?

The plural of clanging is clangings.

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