clank Meaning & Definition
/klænk/
What Does Clank Mean?
Clank is a noun that means A loud, hard sound of metal hitting metal. It is also used to mean Synonym of clanker (“a robot or artificial intelligence”). As a verb, it means To make a clanking sound.
Quick Facts About Clank
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /klænk/ |
| Synonyms | clash, crash and clang |
| Plural | clanks |
| Verb forms | clanks, clanking, clanked |
Clank Definition (Noun)
- A loud, hard sound of metal hitting metal.
- Synonym of clanker (“a robot or artificial intelligence”).
Clank as a Verb
- To make a clanking sound
The chains clanked.
- To cause to sound with a clank.
The prisoners clank their chains.
Synonyms of Clank
Clank synonyms and antonyms →Clank in a Sentence
The chains clanked.
The prisoners clank their chains.
Word Forms & Grammar
clank (plural clanks)
clank (third-person singular simple present clanks, present participle clanking, simple past and past participle clanked)
Words That Rhyme With Clank
Origin of Clank
Onomatopoeic.
Quick Answers About Clank
Is clank a noun or a verb?
Clank is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for clank?
Words with a similar meaning to clank include clash, crash and clang. See the full list of clank synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of clank?
The plural of clank is clanks.
What is the past tense of clank?
The past tense of clank is clanked. The present participle is clanking.