noun / verb
clang
KLANG/klˈæŋ/
A loud, sharp metallic ringing sound, or making such a sound.
A sharp clang rings out as the hammer strikes the steel plate.
Etymology
Clang imitates a ringing sound and was originally used of trumpets and birds. The noun names the sound made by the action expressed in the verb, especially a loud metallic resonance.
In context
Suddenly, however, a loud and measured sound broke upon their ears. It was a dull metallic clang, ponderous and slow, growing louder and ever louder—the tread of an armored man.
More examples
- The pans clang together in the sink.
- A dropped wrench clanged against the steel floor.
- The bell is clanging above the station.
Forms
clang · clangs · clanged · clanging
Similar words
- clink
- Clink is lighter and quieter; clang is a loud resonant metallic sound.